Public Safety Officer I

IU Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Full-Time Night Shift Public Safety Officer to patrol, respond to calls, and uphold hospital safety policies.

You will conduct rounds, de-escalate incidents, prepare written reports, and help create a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. A high school diploma and Indiana driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Indiana Driver's license is required.
• 0–2 years of relevant security experience preferred.
• Must pass background, drug screen and psychology exam.
• Must obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.

Responsibilities

• Conducts rounding and foot and vehicle patrols around IU Health properties.
• Responds to calls for service.
• Enforces IU Health rules, regulations and policies.
• Provides direction to team members, guests and patients.
• Assists in de-escalating tense and emotional situations.
• Investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed.
• Maintains records and logs; completes written reports.
• Performs physical security screening as required.
• Creates a safe healthcare environment for all.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the chain of command.

Skills

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Observation & reporting

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree preferred

Tools

NCIC/IDACS certification

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Full-Time Night Shift (6pm - 6am)

Department Supported: Public Safety

Work Location: Arnett Hospital

Primary Responsibilities:

Conducts rounding and foot and vehicle patrols in and around properties that are owned, leased or occupied by IU Health. Responds to calls for service. Enforces and assists in the enforcement of IU Health rules, regulations and policies. Provides direction and guidance to team members, guests and patients. Assists teams with de‑escalating tense, uncertain and emotional situations. Investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed. Maintains records and logs and completes written reports as required. Performs physical security screening as required. Creates a safe healthcare environment for team members, patients and guests. Performs other duties as assigned by the chain of command.

Candidate requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Requires 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Requires current non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.
• Must not have convictions for felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor offenses.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening and psychological exam.
• Requires working knowledge of computers and various software programs.
• Must be able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.
• Have never had law enforcement officer license denied by final order or revoked.
• Not currently on suspension or have a voluntary surrender of a law enforcement license currently in effect.

Candidate preferred:

• Associate's Degree is preferred.