Hospital Public Safety Team Lead

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health Public Safety at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis is seeking a Full‑Time Security Officer to patrol facilities, respond to incidents, and safeguard patients, staff and visitors. Rotating 12‑hour shifts include day and overnight schedules, with every‑other‑weekend duty.

The role emphasizes enforcement of hospital policies, incident response, and leadership during on‑site emergencies, with supervision of officers, shift planning, and collaboration with external agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5 years of law enforcement experience, or an Associate's degree with 3 years of law enforcement experience.
• Valid Indiana driver's license.
• Successful completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Tier I or II training and IU Health DPS field training.
• Ability to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification.
• No convictions for felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor offenses.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening and psychological exam.
• Working knowledge of computers and various software programs.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounding and patrols on properties owned, leased, or occupied by IU Health.
• Responds to calls for service; enforces IU Health rules, regulations, policies, and state statutes.
• Provides direction and guidance to team members, guests, and patients; de-escalates tense situations.
• Responds to and investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed.
• Maintains records, logs, and written reports; performs security screening as required.
• Oversees shift operations and supervises police officers and Public Safety Officers.
• Assigns work, schedules and ensures proper shift coverage; coordinates with other agencies.
• Acts as senior departmental officer in absence of higher ranking officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the chain of command.

Skills

Computer literacy

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

NCIC/IDACS access

Job description

Indiana University Health Public Safety at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis is seeking a Full‑Time Security Officer to patrol facilities, respond to incidents, and safeguard patients, staff and visitors. Rotating 12‑hour shifts include day and overnight schedules, with every‑other‑weekend duty.

The role emphasizes enforcement of hospital policies, incident response, and leadership during on‑site emergencies, with supervision of officers, shift planning, and collaboration with external agencies.