Public Safety Officer - Public Safety - South - Department Only Job at CoxHealth, Springfield, MO

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  • CoxHealth
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

Summary

About Us

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

  • Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
  • Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care by Newsweek .
  • Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek in 2024.
  • Recognized as the Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
  • Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
  • Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads in 2023.
  • Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
  • Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
  • For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Summary

  • An armed officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all health system staff, patients, visitors, and property. The officer fosters a secure and welcoming environment using strong public relations skills, informed awareness, and a consistently visible presence.

    This role involves actively identifying potential security concerns, implementing preventative, and protective measures, as needed, and seeking appropriate resolutions. The officer responds to incidents, requests assistance when necessary, and accurately documents observations and actions in department reports.

Job Requirements

 

Education

  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

    • Preferred: Completion of the Missouri POST Licensure requirements

Experience

  • Required: No prior experience required; must be 21 years of age.

  • Required: Must meet Requirements for Operating Vehicles Owned by CoxHealth System Policy, which includes no serious driving violations during the past five years. Serious violations are defined in the CoxHealth System Policy.

Skills

  • Able to communicate clearly in a variety of situations.

  • Basic computer skills.

  • Strong conflict resolution skills

  • Excellent customer service skills

  • Ability to assess situations quickly and make informed decisions

  • Strong critical thinking skills

Licensure/Certification/Registration

  • Required: Active Driver's License

  • Required: Complete department specific training to carry firearms upon completion of the academy training for new officers

  • Required: Must obtain IAHSS Security Officer certification within 90 days of hire

  • Preferred: Have and maintain a current POST Licensure through the Missouri Department of Public Safety, possessing a license with the required minimum training standards to include yearly training and certifications supported with current documentation.

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