Constable | Public Safety | Full-Time | Newark & Wilmington Campus

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

ChristianaCare is seeking a full-time Security Officer at Christiana Hospital to help protect staff, patients and visitors. The role includes campus patrols, responding to security incidents, and conducting investigations, with a two-week rotating schedule including days or overnights and weekends.

Qualifications include an Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field, a valid driver’s license, firearms, TASER and CPR certifications, and eligibility for the Delaware Constable

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice or related field or equivalent training.
• Current Driver's License.
• Prior Law enforcement experience preferred.
• Certifications in firearms, TASER, CPR per department standards.
• Must meet Delaware Constable requirements per state law.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus facilities and provide visible security coverage.
• Respond to calls for service for staff, students, and visitors.
• Conduct incident/accident investigations and write reports.
• Operate DELJIS, Access Control Systems and other security tech.

Skills

Public safety experience

Patrol operations

Education

Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

Job Details

Christiana Care Health System is unique among the country’s largest employers. As one of the most trusted and experienced health systems in the nation, we recruit the best and the brightest in order to expand the characteristics and skills of our workforce.

With an impeccable national reputation of excellence, our hospitals are ranked among America’s 50 Top Hospitals and among the country’s Top 15 Teaching Hospitals and U.S. News just ranked Christiana Care No. 1 in Delaware. Leading the way are more than 13,000 employees who make us the largest private employer in Delaware and the 10th largest employer in the Philadelphia region.

We are currently recruiting for a full-time Security Officer at our Christiana Hospital location. The hours the successful candidate will work either straight days or straight overnights including weekends/holidays as per a two week rotating schedule. The selected Officer will be responsible for patrolling our grounds in order to protect and maintain a safe and secure environment for our staff, patients and others that visit. The Officer will also conduct investigations related to incidents that occur on our property and respond to alarms, security incidents and enforce parking regulations.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher – Criminal Justice or related field or equivalent formal Law Enforcement training. One year Law Enforcement or Public Safety experience. (Preferred). An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Current Driver's License
• Prior Law enforcement experience preferred which will allow applicant to meet State Constable requirements
• Candidate must maintain certifications in firearms, Taser, CPR accordance with departmental standards.
• Must be able to meet the requirements of Constable (State of Delaware): In accordance with Title 10, Chapter 27, and Section 2705 of the Delaware Code

Responsibilities

• Works closely with law enforcement agencies of jurisdiction
• Responsible to patrol campus facilities, providing visible security coverage during hours of operation
• Responds to calls for service for students, faculty, staff and visitors, as necessary
• Candidate will be responsible for incident/accident investigations and completing written reports in accordance with department policies
• Operates DELJIS, Report Executive Records Management System, Access Control Systems and other assigned technology

Christiana Care Offers

• Robust benefit package including full medical, dental and vision
• 403(b) with a company match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance for full time employees

Hourly Pay Range: $18.19 - $26.37

This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 3, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/