Public Safety Officer

Title: Public Safety Officer

State Role

Title:

Security Officer III

Hiring Range: $41,687 - $57,528

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Catawba Hospital

Agency Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors through routine patrols, surveillance monitoring, emergency response, and enforcement of hospital policies and regulatory requirements. This position responds to fire alarms, medical emergencies, patient elopements, and other critical incidents while assisting with patient safety, visitor management, and crisis intervention. Additional responsibilities include inspecting patient belongings for contraband, preparing incident and shift reports, supporting switchboard and courier operations, providing patient transportation, assisting with minor facility needs, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The role also includes supervising and developing staff when assigned, promoting accountability through performance management, and contributing to the overall security and operational effectiveness of the hospital.

• Maintains certifications and licenses in Security, First Responders, and Emergency Vehicle Operations.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the hospital’s Security Plan, Emergency Preparedness Plan, Code Green Procedures, Patient Transportation Procedures, and communications systems.
• Completes all mandated training (see attached).

This will be a night shift (10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.) position.

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screening, which may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (540) 332‑8300 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Name: Austin Grasty
Phone:
Email: austin.grastyginia.gov