Police Officer I

Indiana University Health; Paoli (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a part-time security officer for Paoli Hospital. The role requires rotating shifts (6pm–6am or 6am–6pm) and onsite presence to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include rounds, calls for service, enforcing policies, de-escalation of tense situations, incident investigations, and thorough reporting. Candidates must meet Indiana law enforcement training and certification requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–3 years of relevant security experience.
• Valid Indiana driver's license.
• Must complete Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier I or II within 1 year.
• Able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification.
• No felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor convictions.
• Able to pass pre-employment background, drug screen, and psychological exam.
• Working knowledge of computers and various software.
• Never had law enforcement license denied or revoked.
• Not currently suspended or surrendered license.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounding and patrols to secure IU Health properties.
• Responds to service calls and enforces IU Health rules.
• Provides direction to team members, guests, and patients.
• Assists in de-escalating tense situations and prevents safety incidents.
• Investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed.
• Maintains records, logs and writes reports.
• Performs security screenings as required.
• Creates a safe healthcare environment for staff and patients.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Schedule: Part -Time Rotating Shift (6pm - 6am OR 6am - 6pm)

Department Supported: Public Safety

Work Location: Paoli 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‑scalating 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.

• 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.

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.