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Public Safety Officer
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Dover, NJ, 07801
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Overview
At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!
Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities include Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For information, visit www.saintclares.com.
Responsibilities
Performs security services, including electronic surveillance, and systematic manual Security Officers rounds. Coordinates facility response to various potential problems for patients, employees, and visitors. Enforces policy & procedure, ensuring equitable enforcement. Follows guidelines and perpetual monitoring techniques, towards establishing a safe workplace for employees and a safe environment of care. Works with the Environment of Care committee to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to security and safety. Participates in employee awareness and education.. Driving as needed for company business.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):
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Pay Transparency
Saint Clare's Health offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $17.00 to $23.74. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
EveningsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
In Dover, NJ, Public Safety Officers often distinguish themselves with state guard certification and healthcare security experience. Holding a high school diploma is essential, but local employers like Prime Healthcare Services value candidates with knowledge of hospital safety protocols and a clean driving record due to occasional driving duties.
Public Safety Officers usually begin with hands-on security tasks and can advance toward supervisory roles like safety manager or risk officer. Gaining certifications and healthcare experience broadens opportunities, with some progressing into leadership positions overseeing safety compliance and public safety administration.
Hospital Public Safety Officers navigate complex scenarios involving patient safety, sensitive environments, and policy enforcement. Unlike typical security roles, they collaborate closely with healthcare teams and must adapt to fluctuating risks, ensuring a secure atmosphere for vulnerable patients and staff.
Prime Healthcare Services offers its Public Safety Officers access to ongoing education focused on healthcare security standards and environment of care protocols. This training enhances officers’ ability to handle hospital-specific safety challenges and fosters professional growth within the healthcare setting.
At Prime Healthcare Services, Public Safety Officers benefit from working in award-winning hospitals with strong patient safety reputations. The company emphasizes a compassionate approach, comprehensive benefits, and a multidisciplinary safety culture, making it a standout employer for security personnel.
Dover’s healthcare sector shows steady demand for Public Safety Officers, with Prime Healthcare Services frequently recruiting due to its expansive facilities. Candidates with healthcare security experience and state certifications tend to have an advantage given the specialized nature of hospital safety roles.
Compensation for Public Safety Officers at Saint Clare's Health ranges approximately from $17.00 to $23.74 per hour, reflecting experience, certifications, and skill levels. This competitive pay aligns with regional standards for healthcare security positions while including comprehensive benefits.
Candidates must possess a valid state driver’s license and provide a current DMV H6 or driving history report. Driving occasionally forms part of the job to handle company business, emphasizing the importance of clean driving records for safety and liability reasons.
Regular duties include conducting security rounds, monitoring electronic surveillance systems, enforcing safety policies, and responding promptly to incidents involving patients, staff, or visitors. Officers also collaborate with environment of care committees to maintain a secure healthcare atmosphere.
Prime Healthcare Services offers a structured environment where Public Safety Officers can build expertise in healthcare security, gaining exposure to compliance and risk management. This foundation can pave the way to roles such as safety manager or director of public safety within the healthcare sector.