Public Safety Officer

Overview

Public Safety Officer — St. Charles Health System, Redmond, OR. Full-time, on-site position with opportunities for career growth. Salary range: $23.74 to $30.39 per hour with applicable shift differentials.

• Perform secure transport and assess the need for restraints, using the least restrictive method in accordance with Oregon statutes.
• Adhere to the St. Charles Behavioral Health code of ethics and integrity guidelines.
• Respond to emergency codes; act as security dispatcher: take calls, coordinate officer movement and priorities, work with tracking software, and complete reports.
• Monitor security cameras and systems; prepare timely and accurate reports (e.g., code gray debriefs, after-action reports, special security reports).
• Monitor and enforce hospital parking rules; escalate policy violations to security leadership.
• Serve as front-line customer representative; greet patients and visitors and provide way finding services.
• Conduct real-time threat assessments and recommend actions for any real or perceived threats to the organization, facility, department, or caregivers.
• Remove items that could be used to injure themselves or others; operate vehicles safely in accordance with traffic laws while transporting patients.
• Provide first aid or CPR as appropriate within scope during emergent situations; complete regulatory-compliant documentation.
• Ensure safety and security of patients, caregivers, visitors, and property; operate metal detectors and inspect entrances and public areas.
• Provide after-hours professional service to patients and families; lead de-escalation efforts as needed.
• Coordinate with Admitting and Nursing staff to monitor entrances; manage crowd control during mass casualty events.
• Monitor cameras and secure doors; respond to alarms; troubleshoot system issues as trained.
• Follow safety rules; function as an unlicensed assistive care provider under nursing supervision; support organizational values and continuous improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct; comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; participate in investigations as required.

Required:

High school diploma or GED. Must be willing and able to complete and maintain specified trainings:

• ODOT Safe Driver Training (4 hours, one-time)
• Workplace Violence Prevention Training (8 hours annually)
• Secure Transport Training (4 hours annually)
• Handcuffing Tactics (4 hours annually)
• Defensive Tactics (8 hours annually)

Preferred: N/A

• Ability to obtain DPSST Armed/Unarmed Professional certification within 90 days of hire and maintain it.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers within 30 days of hire.
• Code Gray Training upon hire.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license and ability to meet SCHS driving requirements.
• Ability to pass initial 6–8 week officer training curriculum.

• Preferred:
  One year of corrections, military, first responder security experience; one year of customer service with heavy public contact; two years of security experience in a hospital setting.

Must be able to wear appropriate PPE as required to perform the job safely.

• Communication/Interpersonal: excellent communication, ability to interact with diverse populations, and collaborate with SCHS staff at all levels.
• Strong teamwork, consensus-building, and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task, maintain attention to detail, and demonstrate strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.

• Continually (75%+): standing, walking, clear speaking voice, normal hearing.
• Frequently (50–75%): sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1–25 pounds, bending and reaching.
• Occasionally (25–50%): hearing whispered speech, driving a vehicle.
• Rarely (10%): climbing stairs; lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25–50 pounds; climbing ladders
• Never (0%): exposure to elemental factors; wet/ slippery areas; heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surfaces.
• BBP exposure: risk category noted; schedule as applicable.

Schedule:

40 hours per week;

Shift: First Shift;
Exempt status:
No;
Job Family:
Officer;

Location:

Redmond, OR. May include variable days and start/end times. EEO/AA compliance and other corporate policies apply.