Public Safety Officer I
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Receiving general direction from the Public Safety Director, Operations Manager, Supervisor, or Charge Officer, incumbent shall provide a safe and secure environment for Hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing Hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and the timely reporting of all hazards or unusual occurrences through patrol of assigned areas. Furthermore, the incumbent shall provide protective service and response for protection of the people and property of the Hospital and is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operation of Department.QualificationsEducation•Minimum of a high school diploma required•A strong educational background (Associate's or Bachelor's degree) in Criminal Justice or related field is preferredExperience•No experience required, but 1-3 years of security or related experience preferredLicense/Certification•Must possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts Driver's license or valid license form the state in which the employee reside•Must submit to and pass an annual criminal background check.•Must obtain prior to the end of training period and maintain throughout employment:oAVADE Workplace Violence Prevention & De-Escalation Training•Must obtain within the first 90 days of employment and maintain throughout employment: oInternational Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS) Basic Officer Certification oFirst Aid/CPR/AEDoFEMA IC-100, ICS-200, and ICS-700•Must obtain within one year of employment and maintain throughout employment: oHandcuffing Training oPepper Spray Defense Training•Preferred Qualifications:oMassachusetts License to Carry Class A LicensureEEO StatementNewton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.