Police Officer I

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Full-Time Public Safety Officer for Methodist Hospital (Onsite) in Indianapolis. Schedule is 6pm-6am or 6am-6pm on rotating shifts. The officer conducts rounds, patrols, responds to service calls, enforces policies, and creates a safe healthcare environment for staff and patients.

Responsibilities include de-escalation, investigating incidents, maintaining logs, and completing reports as required. A strong safety mindset and ability to work with diverse teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Requires current non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.
• Must be able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounding and foot and vehicle patrols on IU Health properties.
• Responds to calls for service and enforces IU Health rules and state statutes.
• Maintains records, completes written reports, and assists in de-escalating tense situations.

Skills

Public safety experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

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.