Public Safety Officer II - Sarasota Memorial Health Care System

Job Summary:

Protects staff, patients, and visitors from harm. Implements and monitors the security management plan. Addresses security issues concerning patients, visitors, personnel, and property. Investigates and reports on security incidents. Responds to emergency situations. Controls access to and egress from sensitive areas. Provides vehicle and pedestrian traffic control. Performs security patrols, and monitors a variety of technical systems including access control and CCTV. Demonstrates customer service excellence. ** For those officers working Communications desk.

Required Qualifications:

- Require successful completion of Armed Officer Psychological Evaluation (AOPE) administered by a Board-certified Police Psychologist.
- Require a favorable driving record and background check.
- Require flexibility in work schedule with the ability to work on other shifts when needed.
- Require the following IAHSS Certifications within the designated timeframe:- Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) within ninety (90) days from hire/promotion date.- Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (CAHSO) within thirty (30) days from date CHSO certification is obtained.Note: Maintaining active status of lower-level certifications will not be required once higher-level certification has been obtained.
- Require the following State of Florida Security Officer Licensure within the designated timeframe:- Class D - Security Officer Licensure within six (6) months of hire/promotion date.- Class G - Armed Security Officer Licensure within six (6) months of hire/promotion date.Note: All licensures must be maintained active throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Prefer prior security and/or law enforcement experience.
- Prefer demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Require the ability to maintain a professional, confident demeanor in stressful situations.
- Prefer competency in use of computers.
- Prefer the ability to perform duties independently and with good judgment.

Mandatory Education:

HS EQ: High School Diploma, GED or Certificate

Preferred Education:

Required License and Certs:

FDL: Valid Driver's License

Preferred License and Certs: