Public Safety Sergeant (Unarmed)

Job Code: SU2457
Full Time Nights
6p-6a with weekends rotate

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non-exempt

Supervises Positions: Yes

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Public Safety Sergeant (Unarmed) applies the job skills necessary to provide a safe and secure environment for improving the health of our communities.

Security: Provides a safe and secure environment at all facilities.  

Makes security checks of facilities during non-operating hours.   Controls patient and visitor traffic in Emergency Department.   Responds to security breaches when detected or dispatched. 

Investigations: Investigates suspicious activities and takes appropriate action. 

Interviews complainants, victims, and witnesses.   Conducts preliminary investigations.   Provides appropriate assistance to law enforcement officers upon request.  Completes reports.  

Professional Competency: Enforces applicable federal, state, and local laws as they relate to public safety.  

Responds to calls for service in accordance with established priorities.   Operates patrol vehicles safely and in accordance with Public Safety policies and procedures.  Controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.   Enforces parking regulations in accordance with hospital or facility policies and procedures. 

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: Internal Candidates: 3 years of satisfactory experience as a Public Safety Officer/Corporal (Armed/Unarmed) at a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper hospital or facility required. External Candidates: Minimum of 3 years of public safety experience at a supervisory level. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: IAHSS Basic and Advanced Training Certification required. IAHSS Supervisory Certification within 1 year required. BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment. CPI certification required within 6 months of hire maintained throughout employment. Must qualify for and maintain a North Carolina Private Protective Service Board Armed Security Officer Registration Permit in accordance with annual training and qualification standards established by UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper. Maintains valid driver's license in the state of residence.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Public contact experience. Satisfactorily completes all required organizational and departmental basic, field, and in-service training programs including the Corporate Public Safety Training Plan. Basic computer skills. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Ability to accurately receive and transmit information by radio and telephone. Ability to translate observations and information into legible, complete, and accurate reports. No criminal record. Maintains compliance with the UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper Vehicle Use Policy (NHLDFM-3). Immediately notifies Director of Public Safety or Public Safety Manager of any and all charges relating to the operation of a motor vehicle and/or criminal complaint.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Security, law enforcement or military experience.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 24A, Security

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires standing and walking constantly and frequently bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job.

 

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: YesOn call responsibilities as directed: NoAbility to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.