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Public Safety Investigator

Description:

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Investigates and determines scope, timing, and direction of crime and fraud investigations. Supports all security functions to maintain a safe and secure environment. Responsible for the safe de-escalation of critical events and the use of sound judgment in the engagement with combative or escalating subjects. Obtains and verifies evidence by interviewing and observing suspects and witnesses or by analyzing records. Identify case issues and evidence needed, based on analysis of charges, complaints, or allegations of policy/law violations. Records evidence and documents, using equipment such as cameras, photocopy machines, electronic medical records, access control systems, etc. Testify in criminal justice proceedings concerning criminal activity investigations. Conducts other Security related functions as required by the chain of command.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or GED

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Four (4) years general security, military or other public safety experience required with two (2) years of experience in a related job where required to actively carry a firearm in the regular course of duty preferred. Two (2) years of investigative experience required.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Certified Healthcare Security Supervisor (IAHSS) & Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (IAHSS) required within one year of hire date.
Professional Certified Investigator (ASIS) required within two years of hire date.
Required to pass psychological screening during pre-employment screening.
Required to take periodic call.
Required to travel up to 50% of time to Piedmont Facilities across the System.
Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (IAHSS) preferred
BS/ BA in healthcare management/ business administration, criminal justice, or other related fields preferred
Active Georgia Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) certification preferred
May be required to carry less lethal weapons such as a Taser CEW and/or an expandable baton required
May be required to carry company approved firearm
To carry a lethal or less-lethal weapons the Investigator must pass and maintain all training requirements