Purpose & Scope:
Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) proactively patrols VHC Health facilities and property to maintain order, protect personnel, and prevent fire, theft, vandalism, illegal entry, etc. Enforces VHC Health policies and provides assistance to patients, visitors, and employees. Responds to other Security requirements of the VHC campus. Responds to complaints of wrongdoing and prepares incident reports / activity logs. Responds to emergency alerts and situations on campus.
Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) will be required to successfully complete advanced first aid training, which will include, but is not limited to, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Once trained, the Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) will respond to calls where a person may be experiencing a medical emergency in order assess, stabilize, and arrange transport and/or transport the person(s) to Emergency Department.
Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III), once trained, equipped, and authorized, will be required to effectively and proactively handle situations that may involve acts of violence necessitating a higher level of security and protective response, which may involve the use of physical force and/or defensive weapons up to, and including, deadly force. Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) may also use non-clinical restraint devices, such as handcuffs.
Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) will be required to wear specific uniform and protective clothing, such as ballistic vests that weigh over 10 lbs in addition to wearing body-worn cameras and other required duty gear. Public Safety Officer (Safety/Security Officer III) will be required to be physically fit; have the ability to stand and/or walk up to 12 hours per shift; be physically able to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations; and be able to use physical force to defend themselves or others, or to detain persons for arrest.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Associate's degree is preferred
Experience:
Minimum 1 year of VHC Safety/Security Officer II experience; or
Two (2) years of unarmed Security Officer experience and 1 year of armed Security Officer or Law Enforcement Officer experience (VHC and outside experience can be combined)
Certification/Licensure:
Valid state driver's license and a clean driving record with constant insurability is required.
Virginia DCJS Unarmed Security Officer License to be obtained within six months.
Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED to be obtained within six months.
Taser CEW, Expandable Baton, Handcuffing, and Defensive Tactics certifications to be obtained within six months.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), National Registry - Paramedic, or equivalent experience is preferred.
Other Qualifications
Equivalent Clinical Technician or Emergency Medical Responder experience is preferred.
Additional Job DescriptionAt VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of VHC Safety/Security Officer II experience, or two years of unarmed security experience plus one year of armed security or law enforcement experience
- Valid state driver's license and clean driving record with constant insurability
- Virginia DCJS Unarmed Security Officer License within six months
- Adult and Child First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within six months
- Taser CEW, expandable baton, handcuffing, and defensive tactics certifications within six months
- Associate's degree
- Emergency Medical Technician, National Registry Paramedic, or equivalent experience
- Clinical Technician or Emergency Medical Responder experience
- Ability to stand or walk for up to 12 hours per shift and respond physically to emergencies
- Ability to use physical force, defensive weapons, and non-clinical restraint devices when authorized
VHC Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about VHC Health and has not been reviewed or approved by VHC Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan options span a PPO, a High Deductible plan, and a Kaiser HMO with early eligibility, complemented by EAP, wellness programs, and in‑system discounts. Feedback suggests these choices deliver solid coverage value when used with in‑network care.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are positioned as generous, with structures that include combined PTO and in some cases a separate sick bank. Feedback suggests time‑off policies meaningfully bolster total compensation.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match and other financial benefits (HSA/FSA, commuter benefits) are emphasized as part of the package. Feedback suggests the match contributes notably to perceived total rewards.
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What We Do
VHC Health provides exceptional medical services as the region’s community health system. Virginia Hospital Center was recently designated a 2021 Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, selected for the Healthgrades 2021 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ and has received 19 consecutive ‘A’ grades from The Leapfrog Group. Virginia Hospital Center is a 453-bed not-for-profit teaching facility and designated as a Magnet® hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Join the VHC Health team: https://www.vhchealth.org/careers/ If you have questions, please contact our recruitment team at: 703.558.8109 or [email protected]. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Life At VHC Health: - https://www.facebook.com/LifeatVHCHealth - https://twitter.com/LifeatVHCHealth - https://www.instagram.com/lifeatvhchealth
