Armed Public Safety Officer - Emory Decatur Hospital

Emory Healthcare/Emory University
Decatur, Georgia 30032 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 06, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    Overview

    Be inspired. Be valued. Belong.

    At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables youto reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

    • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

    • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

    • Family-focused benefits

    • Wellness incentives

    Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more!

    Shift Time: Various Shifts Available (Day / Evening / Night)

    Description

    We are seeking an Armed Public Safety Officer to help keep our community safe. We support Emory Healthcare's mantra of "We're all in this together." Our goal is to offer Security Services worthy of premier healthcare. As such, we are committed to providing a safe environment for our patients, their families and guests, and our staff and neighbors. We offer value-enriched services such as friendly-approachable officers, valuables storing, access control, Identification badges and parking. Each service has been personally developed for the purpose of exceeding your service expectations. This individual will:

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Patrols facilities and property make observations to detect unauthorized persons, activities, unsafe conditions, and ensure life safety standards are maintained.

    • Maintains appropriate communication with Supervisors, fellow Officers, Security Operations Center and Law Enforcement to report crimes, incidents, and safety related irregularities.

    • Intervene in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.

    • Investigates and document incidents through both written and electronic format as required: Safety hazards, incidents and criminal activities to Public Safety Leadership, - Controls access to restricted organizational properties and verifies the admittance of authorized individuals.

    • Escorts people/property to desired destination when safety of property or individuals is a concern.

    • Assists with parking and security during special events and provides visitors with directions and security information. Performs security services and dispatcher duties when assigned.

    • Participates in activities not directly related to Security operations as approved by Security Management.

    • These may include transport and release of bodies from the morgue; patient escort; elevator recall checks; monthly fire extinguisher, panic alarm, and intercom checks; and special event setups. Interviews and investigates individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities.

    • Detains unauthorized individuals in compliance with state and federal law Officers are required to use force when appropriate to protect patients, staff and visitors at an Emory Healthcare facility.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    • Exteranal candidates must have a minimum of Two (2) consecutive years of armed security, military, or law enforcement experience within the last 7 years.

    • Must have Possess(ed): a. A POST certification; OR b. Have been registered through a military (DD214 or current Military ID); OR - All active, reserve, retired or honorable discharged military personnel will meet the licensing/certification requirement

    • c. Federal, state, or local licensing firearms certification (Department of Homeland Security, NASA, NRA, GBI, or Secretary of State).

    • Internal candidates must meet a minimum of eight (8) consecutive months as a Public Safety Officer (PSO) to be considered

    • Must successfully complete the Basic Security Officer and Firearms course mandated by the Secretary of State within 3 months post-hire.

    • Must be able to successfully complete training to carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser (CED) and/or a baton within 3 months post-hire

    • Must possess a valid Driver's License; while a clean driving record is not required, applicants should have no recent history of serious traffic violations.

    • Must pass a psychological exam.

    • Must obtain IAHSS Basic certification within 12 months.

    • Obtain a BLS Certification within 12 months.

    • Complete FEMA IS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within six (6) months.

    Additional Details

    Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

    Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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    Division Emory Decatur Hospital

    Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033

    Campus Location US-GA-Decatur

    Department DEC-Public Safety

    Job Type Regular Full-Time

    Job Number 156210

    Job Category Public Safety and Security

    Schedule Other

    Standard Hours 40 Hours

    Hourly Minimum USD $24.12/Hr.

    Hourly Midpoint USD $29.39/Hr.

    Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

  • Job Description

    Overview

    Be inspired. Be valued. Belong.

    At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables youto reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide:

    • Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1

    • Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs

    • Family-focused benefits

    • Wellness incentives

    Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more!

    Shift Time: Various Shifts Available (Day / Evening / Night)

    Description

    We are seeking an Armed Public Safety Officer to help keep our community safe. We support Emory Healthcare's mantra of "We're all in this together." Our goal is to offer Security Services worthy of premier healthcare. As such, we are committed to providing a safe environment for our patients, their families and guests, and our staff and neighbors. We offer value-enriched services such as friendly-approachable officers, valuables storing, access control, Identification badges and parking. Each service has been personally developed for the purpose of exceeding your service expectations. This individual will:

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Patrols facilities and property make observations to detect unauthorized persons, activities, unsafe conditions, and ensure life safety standards are maintained.

    • Maintains appropriate communication with Supervisors, fellow Officers, Security Operations Center and Law Enforcement to report crimes, incidents, and safety related irregularities.

    • Intervene in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.

    • Investigates and document incidents through both written and electronic format as required: Safety hazards, incidents and criminal activities to Public Safety Leadership, - Controls access to restricted organizational properties and verifies the admittance of authorized individuals.

    • Escorts people/property to desired destination when safety of property or individuals is a concern.

    • Assists with parking and security during special events and provides visitors with directions and security information. Performs security services and dispatcher duties when assigned.

    • Participates in activities not directly related to Security operations as approved by Security Management.

    • These may include transport and release of bodies from the morgue; patient escort; elevator recall checks; monthly fire extinguisher, panic alarm, and intercom checks; and special event setups. Interviews and investigates individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities.

    • Detains unauthorized individuals in compliance with state and federal law Officers are required to use force when appropriate to protect patients, staff and visitors at an Emory Healthcare facility.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    • Exteranal candidates must have a minimum of Two (2) consecutive years of armed security, military, or law enforcement experience within the last 7 years.

    • Must have Possess(ed): a. A POST certification; OR b. Have been registered through a military (DD214 or current Military ID); OR - All active, reserve, retired or honorable discharged military personnel will meet the licensing/certification requirement

    • c. Federal, state, or local licensing firearms certification (Department of Homeland Security, NASA, NRA, GBI, or Secretary of State).

    • Internal candidates must meet a minimum of eight (8) consecutive months as a Public Safety Officer (PSO) to be considered

    • Must successfully complete the Basic Security Officer and Firearms course mandated by the Secretary of State within 3 months post-hire.

    • Must be able to successfully complete training to carry non-lethal weapons such as a Taser (CED) and/or a baton within 3 months post-hire

    • Must possess a valid Driver's License; while a clean driving record is not required, applicants should have no recent history of serious traffic violations.

    • Must pass a psychological exam.

    • Must obtain IAHSS Basic certification within 12 months.

    • Obtain a BLS Certification within 12 months.

    • Complete FEMA IS 100, 200, 700 & 800 within six (6) months.

    Additional Details

    Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

    Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

    Connect With Us!

    Connect with us for general consideration!

    Division Emory Decatur Hospital

    Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033

    Campus Location US-GA-Decatur

    Department DEC-Public Safety

    Job Type Regular Full-Time

    Job Number 156210

    Job Category Public Safety and Security

    Schedule Other

    Standard Hours 40 Hours

    Hourly Minimum USD $24.12/Hr.

    Hourly Midpoint USD $29.39/Hr.

    Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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