Police Officer

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage: medical, dental, &amp

Vision & prescription coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare) –

Zusammenfassung

Ascension is seeking a Hospital Security Officer for the St. Vincent Police Department at the 86th Street campus in Indianapolis. The role covers nights, full-time hours, with a Panama-style schedule and every other full weekend off.

You will protect patients, staff, and visitors, lead investigations, and coordinate with law enforcement for emergency responses across the campus. The position requires a driver’s license, Peace Officer or Law Enforcement certification within 12 months, and a

Qualifikationen

• Driver's license required.
• Peace Officer certification within 12 months of hire.
• Law Enforcement Certificate within 12 months of hire.
• Must be at least 21 years old to attend the training academy.
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree or technical degree.

Aufgaben

• Protect the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by identifying threats and responding to security incidents with a calm, decisive presence.
• Lead investigations and exercise legal authority, including making arrests when necessary, to ensure a safe hospital environment.
• Collaborate with external law enforcement and internal clinical teams to coordinate emergency responses and provide expert testimony.
• Empower the hospital community by facilitating safety training and education for staff.
• Manage mobile resources by operating and maintaining patrol vehicles to ensure rapid campus response.

Kenntnisse

Situational awareness

Threat assessment

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's/Technical degree

Jobbeschreibung

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent 86th Street Campus
• Department/Specialty: Ascension St. Vincent Police Department
• Schedule: Nights | Full-time | 6:00pm - 6:30am | Panama style schedule | Every other full weekend off

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent 86th Street Campus
• Department/Specialty: Ascension St. Vincent Police Department
• Schedule: Nights | Full-time | 6:00pm - 6:30am | Panama style schedule | Every other full weekend off

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Protect the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by proactively identifying threats and responding to security incidents with a calm, decisive presence.
• Lead complex investigations and exercise legal authority, including making arrests when necessary, to ensure the hospital remains a safe, law-abiding environment for care.
• Collaborate with external law enforcement agencies and internal clinical teams to coordinate emergency responses and provide expert testimony that supports justice and safety.
• Empower the hospital community by facilitating safety training and education, ensuring every staff member feels prepared and supported in emergency situations.
• Manage critical mobile resources by operating and maintaining patrol vehicles safely, ensuring a rapid and reliable response across the entire campus.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Certification specializing in Peace Officer obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
  • Law Enforcement Certificate obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Work Experience

• Shall be at least 21 years of age in order to attend the required law enforcement training academy courses.

Additional Preferences

• ILEA Academy Training is required.
• Highest level of professionalism, ethics, standards, and judgement preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.