Police Officer I

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System, Public Safety is hiring a Full-Time Security Officer for Methodist Hospital onsite. The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to calls, enforcing rules, and ensuring a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Typical duties include incident reporting, de-escalation, coordinating with teams, and performing security screening as needed. A valid Indiana driver’s license and successful academy training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid Indiana driver’s license.
• Experience in security or law enforcement preferred.
• Ability to document incidents clearly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounds and patrols of hospital properties and vehicles.
• Responds to service calls and enforces hospital rules.
• Maintains logs and written reports; assists in de-escalation.
• Provides directions to staff, patients and guests; supports safety.
• Obtains NCIC/IDACS certification and participates in investigations as needed.

Skills

Patrol duties

De-escalation

Reporting & documentation

Crisis response

Team guidance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Schedule:

Full-Time Rotating Shift (6pm - 6am OR 6am - 6pm)

Department Supported:

Public Safety

Work Location:

Methodist Hospital (Onsite)

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.