Police Officer - POLICED AND SECURITY

Kettering Health; Eaton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Preble in Eaton, OH is seeking a Police Officer for a full-time, varied-shift role. You will provide law enforcement services to patients, visitors and staff, respond to emergencies, and enforce hospital policies to maintain a safe environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma, OPOTA training and certification, a valid Ohio driver’s license, BLS certification within six months, non-violent crisis intervention training within six months, firearms qualification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA).
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• OPOTA certification.
• BLS certification within six months of hire.
• Non-violent crisis intervention training within six months of hire.
• Firearms qualification (bi-annual).
• Must be at least 21 years old and pass a fitness-for-duty examination.

Responsibilities

• The Police Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by providing law enforcement services, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies.
• Supports patient care and operational reliability through proactive patrols, incident response, and community engagement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Firearms qualification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OPOTA (Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy) completion

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Preble | Eaton | Full Time | Varied Shift

Job Details

Kettering Health Preble | Eaton | Full Time | Varied Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Police Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by providing law enforcement services, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies and applicable laws. This role supports patient care and operational reliability through proactive patrols, incident response, and community engagement. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA). Valid Ohio driver's license. Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within six months of hire). Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within six months of hire). Firearms qualification (must pass bi-annual qualifications). Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a physical examination certifying fitness for duty, per Ohio Revised Code.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Prior law enforcement or healthcare security experience.