Police Officer Trainee

WellSpan Health

Lebanon (Lebanon County)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

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Expanded Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health's Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon, PA seeks a sworn security professional to provide law enforcement services across facilities. You will patrol, respond to incidents, conduct investigations, and enforce laws to protect patients, visitors, staff, and assets during a night-shift schedule.

Requirements: 3 years of law enforcement/public safety experience; MPOETC Act 120 Basic Recruit Training, Act 235, Act 501, and BLS; valid PA driver's license; successful completion of

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Associate degree preferred.
3 years law enforcement/public safety experience required.
MPOETC Act 120 Basic Recruit Training required upon hire.
Lethal Weapons Training Act Certification (Act 235) required within 90 days.
Act 501 Certification (Private Police Force) required within 90 days.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
Valid driver’s license in current state of residence.

Responsibilities

Conduct investigations related to criminal activity, safety incidents, and violations on WellSpan property, including gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and documenting findings.
Enforces applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, including taking enforcement actions and initiating arrests when legally authorized.
Prepares clear, accurate, and timely reports and documentation related to incidents, investigations, enforcement actions, and patrol activities.
Maintains custody, handling, and documentation of evidence related to criminal or investigative matters in accordance with procedures.
Operates law enforcement and security equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
Provides assistance and support to patients, visitors, and team members during routine operations and emergency situations.
Participates in required training, certification, and continuing education to obtain and maintain sworn status and readiness.
Coordinates with internal public safety partners and external emergency response agencies during incidents or investigations.
Assists the security team with security operations as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Criminal Justice or related field

WellSpan Police Training (within 90 days)

Job description

General Summary

Every Other Weekend and Holiday, Required

Job Description

Schedule

Good Samaritan Hospital
Full Time: 80 Hours/Biweekly
Hours: 11:00pm - 7:00am

General Summary

Every Other Weekend and Holiday, Required

Provides sworn law enforcement services to protect patients, visitors, team members, and organizational assets across assigned facilities. Performs patrol, incident response, and enforcement activities to deter crime, respond to emergencies, and maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensures actions and decisions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts investigations related to criminal activity, safety incidents, and violations occurring on WellSpan property, including gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and documenting findings.
Enforces applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, including taking enforcement actions and initiating arrests when legally authorized and required.
Prepares clear, accurate, and timely reports and documentation related to incidents, investigations, enforcement actions, and patrol activities.
Maintains custody, handling, and documentation of evidence related to criminal or investigative matters in accordance with established procedures.
Operates law enforcement and security equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.
Provides assistance and support to patients, visitors, and team members during routine operations and emergency situations.
Participates in required training, certification, and continuing education activities to obtain and/or maintain sworn status and operational readiness.
Coordinates with internal public safety partners and external emergency response agencies during incidents, investigations, or emergency responses.
Assists the security team with security operations as needed and when assigned.

Common Expectations

Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Participates in projects, details, or assignments as assigned by the Vice President of Public Safety.

Travel Requirements

Estimated Amount: 50% - Travel to sites across the system for assignments, trainings, meetings, or other supervisory reasons on an as needed basis.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED In Criminal Justice, Security Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminology, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration or related field. Required
Associates Degree In Criminal Justice, Security Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminology, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration or related field. Preferred

Work Experience

3 years Law enforcement or public safety experience. Required

Licenses

Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 Basic Recruit Training Program. (Act 120) Upon Hire Required and
Lethal Weapons Training Act Certification (Act 235) within 90 days Required and
Act 501 Certification (Private Police Force (court certification) within 90 days Required and
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Driver's License Statement

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.

Courses And Training