Police Officer I

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a full-time Public Safety Officer at Methodist Hospital to conduct criminal investigations, interview victims, witnesses and suspects, gather and analyze evidence, and prepare investigative reports. The role also includes patrolling IU Health properties, responding to calls for service, enforcing rules, and maintaining a safe healthcare environment.

Required: High School Diploma/GED, Indiana Driver's license, and completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Academy

Qualifications

• Proficient in criminal investigations including interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects.
• Experience gathering and analyzing evidence and documenting findings.
• Ability to obtain and execute search warrants and present findings for prosecution.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal investigations, interview victims, witnesses and suspects; gather and analyze evidence; prepare reports.
• Perform rounding and patrols around IU Health properties; respond to calls for service and enforce policies.
• Assist in de-escalating tense or emotional situations; maintain logs and required records.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Interviewing victims

Evidence gathering

Report writing

Search warrants

Patrols

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NCIC/IDACS system

Job description

Schedule

Full-Time Day Shift (6am - 6pm Monday - Friday, on call weekends as needed by the department, no holidays.)

Work Location

Methodist Hospital (Onsite)

Department Supported

Public Safety

Primary Responsibilities

Conducting criminal investigations, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; gathering and analyzing evidence; preparing investigative reports; obtaining and executing search warrants; and presenting case findings for prosecution.

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.
• Requires working knowledge and experience in criminal investigations, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; gathering and analyzing evidence; preparing investigative reports; obtaining and executing search warrants; and presenting case findings for prosecution.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.