Police Officer - POLICED AND SECURITY

Kettering Health Network; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is seeking a Police Officer for its Franklin, OH campus. The role focuses on maintaining a safe environment, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, OPOTA certification, a valid Ohio driver's license, BLS and crisis intervention training within six months of hire, and firearms qualifications with bi-annual updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• OPOTA certification and ongoing Ohio police training.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license.
• BLS certification within six months of hire.
• Non-violent crisis intervention training within six months of hire.
• Firearms qualification with bi-annual updates.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents promptly and professionally.
• Enforce hospital policies and applicable laws while on duty.
• Conduct proactive patrols and support operational reliability.
• Engage with the community as part of security operations.

Skills

OPOTA completion

BLS certification

Criminal justice mindset

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Franklin | Franklin | 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 § 124.41.

Preferred Qualifications

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