Healthcare Security Officer – Patrol & Safety

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a dedicated police officer to protect people and property across its campuses. You will patrol facilities, enforce laws and UC Health policies, document incidents, and coordinate with local authorities as needed.

The position requires OPOTA or equivalent certification, state licensure, and a commitment to professionalism, safety, and customer service. You will complete reports, perform safety checks, and uphold the RITE Cord values in a fast-paced health

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Education or GED.
• Some college, preferably in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.
• Hospital Security / Police preferred.
• Must have graduated from an approved Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy as a police officer and eligible for State of Ohio commission as a police officer.
• Must possess the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification or Ohio State Patrol certification (OSP) as a Police Officer with the minimum hours of training required by OPOTA, and not have a break in service as a commissioned police officer for more than one (1) year.
• Previous Police Officer experience preferred. Must pass a psychological exam provided by UC Health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patrol of property and/or facilities by foot, bike or patrol vehicle to prevent, discover, and deter the commission of crime, to enforce criminal law, to direct traffic on UC Health property, and to enforce parking regulations in an effort to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• Writes detailed reports on police-related activities; document violations of UC Health and/or Department policies; Interviews persons with complaints and makes proper disposition or directs them to the proper authorities; Secures crime scenes, administers first aid, arbitrates disputes, conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, apprehends suspects, makes arrests, Gives advice and general information to inquiries from associates, visitors, patients, and the public. Reports must be complete, clear, concise, accurate, and professional.
• Conduct inspections and document potential security, health and safety hazards. Upon discovery, officers shall conduct initial investigation if needed and submit a work request.
• Enforce UC Health policies, procedures, and regulations. Enforce all Federal, State and Local laws as indicated in the Ohio Revised Code. Make arrests when warranted. Testifies as a witness in court in connection with arrests and investigations.
• Performs safety checks throughout the facilities, and grounds. Performs monthly checks of the fire extinguishers, panic alarm systems.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate journals, books and other literature, and attending periodic training classes in police methods, and related subjects, conferences and inservices.
• Keeps informed and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or potential for problems within an assigned area; Enters or retrieves data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device; Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide RITE Cord values.
• Keeps informed and aware of persons and places suspected of illegal activity and/or potential for problems within an assigned area; Enters or retrieves data from a computer terminal, PC or other keyboard device; Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide RITE Cord values.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a dedicated police officer to protect people and property across its campuses. You will patrol facilities, enforce laws and UC Health policies, document incidents, and coordinate with local authorities as needed.

The position requires OPOTA or equivalent certification, state licensure, and a commitment to professionalism, safety, and customer service. You will complete reports, perform safety checks, and uphold the RITE Cord values in a fast-paced health