Police Officer I

IU Health; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health North Hospital seeks a full-time security officer to conduct rounds, patrols and respond to service calls, ensuring a safe healthcare environment for staff, patients and visitors.

The role requires 0–3 years of relevant security experience, a high school diploma or GED, and an Indiana driver’s license. Candidates must complete the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier I/II within a year and obtain NCIC/IDACS certification, plus pass background checks and drug screenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Requires current Indiana Driver's License.
• Must complete Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier I or Tier II within 1 year after appointment.
• Must be able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.
• Must not have felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor convictions.
• Must pass a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening and psychological exam.
• Requires working knowledge of computers and various software programs.
• Have never had law enforcement officer license denied by final order or revoked.
• Not currently on suspension or have a voluntary surrender of a law enforcement license currently in effect.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounding and foot and vehicle patrols in and around IU Health properties.
• Responds to calls for service and enforces IU Health rules, regulations, policies and statutes.
• Provides direction and guidance to team members, guests and patients.
• Assists in de-escalating tense, uncertain and emotional situations.
• Prevents crime and safety incidents and investigates activity as needed.
• Maintains records and logs and completes written reports.
• Performs physical security screening as required.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NCIC/IDACS access

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Full-Time Rotating Shift

Work Location: North Hospital

Department Supported: Public Safety

Primary Responsibilities:

Conducts rounding and foot and vehicle patrols in and around properties that are owned, leased or occupied by IU Health. Responds to calls for service. Enforces and assists in the enforcement of IU Health rules, regulations, policies and state statutes. Provides direction and guidance to team members, guests and patients. Assists teams with de-escalating tense, uncertain and emotional situations. Proactively works to prevent crime and safety incidents. Responds to and investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed. Maintains records and logs and completes written reports as required. Performs physical security screening as required. Creates a safe healthcare environment for team members, patients and guests. Performs other duties as assigned by the chain of command.

Candidate Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Requires current non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.
• Requires successful completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier I or Tier II training within one (1) year after appointment as a police officer.
• Must be able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.
• Must not have convictions for felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor offenses.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening and psychological exam.
• Requires working knowledge of computers and various software programs.
• Have never had law enforcement officer license denied by final order or revoked.
• Not currently on suspension or have a voluntary surrender of a law enforcement license currently in effect.

Benchmarks:

• 3 months - Achieve understanding of the initial job roles
• 6 months - Utilizing time to ensure safety and security
• 12 months - Competent in identifying new areas to improve safety and security.