Police Officer Trainee

WellSpan Health; York (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

WellSpan Health’s York Hospital security team seeks a sworn officer to protect patients, visitors, and staff. You will patrol, investigate incidents, enforce policies, and coordinate with emergency responders across system sites. A minimum of 3 years in law enforcement is required, with Act 120, Act 235, Act 501, and BLS compliance required within stated timelines.

The role requires shift coverage from 11:00pm to 7:00am, 80 hours biweekly, with travel to various WellSpan facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associates preferred.
• 3 years of law enforcement or public safety experience required.
• Must complete MPOETC Act 120 basic recruit training upon hire.
• Act 235 lethal weapons training within 90 days; Act 501 private police certification within 90 days.
• BLS certification required at hire; valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide sworn law enforcement services across WellSpan facilities.
• Conduct investigations, enforce laws, and document findings.
• Prepare timely incident and enforcement reports.
• Manage evidence custody and documentation per procedures.
• Operate security equipment and support patients, visitors, and staff.
• Coordinate with public safety partners and emergency responders.
• Attend required training to maintain sworn status and readiness.
• Travel to sites across the system as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Excel and Word

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Locations 1001 S George St, York, PA, 17403, US
• Assignment Category Not Applicable
• FTE 1

Job Description

Schedule

York Hospital

Full Time: 80 Hours/Biweekly

Hours: 11:00pm - 7:00am

Every Other Weekend and Holiday, Required

General Summary

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.

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

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:

• Successful completion of WellSpan Police Training. within 90 days Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft applications (Excel and Word).
• Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay