Police Officer- Waco

Baylor Scott & White Health; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Police Officer, responsible for law enforcement and security duties in a dynamic environment. Your role will include patrolling, conducting investigations, and ensuring the safety of patients and visitors. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health coverage, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement from Day 1.

Benefits

Health Coverage

401(k) Plan with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to detect and deter crime.
• Apprehend subjects committing crimes.
• Respond to emergency calls and safety requests.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Police Officer at Baylor Scott & White Health - Hillcrest in Waco, TX! Protect and serve in a dynamic healthcare environment where your commitment to safety and community makes a difference every day. Take the next step in your career with BSWH!

Job Summary

The Police Officer is a sworn officer responsible for law enforcement, security, loss prevention, and customer service duties, maintaining a visible presence to deter hospital threats. Responsibilities include maintaining law and order on hospital grounds, patrolling, checking for unauthorized movement, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and enforcing vehicle and parking regulations.

Incumbents also monitor patient and visitor activities, assist nursing personnel with severely combative patients, and carry out standard search procedures in cases of unauthorized patient absences.

Essential Functions of the Role

1. Patrol assigned areas via vehicle, bicycle, and foot to detect and deter crime.
2. Apprehend subjects committing crimes.
3. Respond to emergency calls, safety escorts, and assistance requests.
4. Produce accurate reports on criminal offenses, safety hazards, and other incidents.
5. Participate in specialized units such as investigations, fire safety, and emergency management.
6. Conduct initial and follow-up investigations.
7. Implement crime prevention strategies and programs.
8. Enforce laws, policies, and organizational missions.
9. Transport legal documents, valuables, and secure articles safely.
10. Stay updated on laws, regulations, and trends in security through training and reading.

Key Success Factors

• Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Flexibility to work any shift across multiple locations.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Minimum 80% score in firearms qualification.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and email.

Benefits

Our benefits support your well-being, including health coverage, a 401(k) plan with a match up to 5%, tuition reimbursement, and PTO from Day 1. Benefits vary by position and level.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or 4 years of related experience.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years.
• Certifications: BLS within 30 days of hire, Licensed Peace Officer (TCOLE), valid TX driver’s license within 90 days if moving from out of state.

Please refer to the company's website for more information.