Public Safety Officer

Job Code: SO5515
Full Time Nights
6p-6a with weekend requirements

This position is eligible for a $2,000 Sign on Bonus!

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

The Public Safety Officer acquires and applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for improving the health of our communities.

Security: Provides a safe and secure environment at all facilities.

• Makes security checks of facilities during non-operating hours.
• Controls patient and visitor traffic in Emergency Department.
• Responds to security breaches when detected or dispatched. 

Investigations: Investigates suspicious activities and takes appropriate action. 

• Interviews complainants, victims, and witnesses.
• Conducts preliminary investigations.
• Provides appropriate assistance to law enforcement officers upon request.
• Completes reports.

Professional Competency: Enforces applicable federal, state, and local laws as they relate to public safety. 

• Responds to calls for service in accordance with established priorities.
• Operates patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.
• Controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Enforces parking regulations in accordance with hospital or facility policies and procedures. 

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Public interactions work experience required. Work experience in related field preferred (law enforcement, military, or security management). Previous healthcare security experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Driver's License in applicable state required. CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment required. Must complete Basic Security Officer Certification through the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within the first 90 days of employment.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Employees who are hired into a position that requires the employee to drive a vehicle on behalf of the corporation must possess a valid driver’s license, be 21 years of age or older and have a Motor Vehicle records verification. Records must meet the criteria set forth in Vehicles – Company Owned/ Leased - NH-LD-RM-3. Driving records will be reviewed and vetted upon hire and must align with UVA Community Health standards. Satisfactorily completes all required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training programs including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan. Basic computer skills. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone. Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports. No criminal record. Maintains compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy. Immediately notifies Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of any and all charges relating to the operation of a motor vehicle and/or criminal complaint.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Security, law enforcement or military experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 24A, Security

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

OTHER

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: No
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes