Supervisor-Lieutenant-Police Officer

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Supervisor-Lieutenant-Police Officer to lead a shift of public safety personnel, oversee patrols, and respond to incidents on IU Health properties. The role emphasizes quick decision-making, strategic leadership, and adherence to healthcare security standards.

The position requires significant law enforcement experience, Indiana licensure, and successful completion of required trainings.

Qualifications

• Requires seven (7) years of law enforcement experience with a high school diploma or GED, or five (5) years with an Associate's degree.
• Requires a current non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.
• Must complete Indiana Law Enforcement Tier I or II training and IU Health DPS field training program.
• Must obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.
• No felony, domestic violence or violent misdemeanor convictions.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and psychological exam.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and supervision to police officers and public safety staff.
• Conduct patrols and respond to calls for service.
• Coordinate on-scene command during critical incidents.
• Enforce IU Health policies and state laws; maintain records and write reports.
• Schedule shifts and allocate assignments; monitor performance and training needs.
• Collaborate with other agencies and maintain professional conduct and confidentiality.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Job description

Supervisor-Lieutenant-Police Officer

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our team in the role of Supervisor-Lieutenant-Police Officer.

Summary

Provides direction and guidance to team members, guests, and patients. Counsels, coaches and evaluates subordinate personnel. Assists teams with de-escalating tense, uncertain and emotional situations and proactively works to prevent crime and safety incidents. Creates a safe healthcare environment for team members, patients, and guests. Serves as shift commander and supervises sergeants, police officers and Public Safety Officers. Issues work assignments and supervises work activities of all assigned personnel. Complete and approve work schedules to ensure proper shift coverage. 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 and investigates criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed. Enforces and assists in the enforcement of IU Health rules, regulations, policies and state statutes. Maintains records and logs and completes written reports as required. Performs physical security screening as required. Assists other public safety agencies as needed. Responds to officers’ calls for assistance and assumes on-scene command of critical incidents. Control and assess situations, identify appropriate actions to preserve crime scenes, compile critical information and coordinate activities with other jurisdictions. Acts in capacity of senior departmental officer in absence of more senior ranking officer. Performs other duties as assigned by the chain of command.

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

• Requires high school diploma or GED equivalent and seven (7) years of law enforcement experience. OR Associate's degree and five (5) years of law enforcement experience.


• Requires current non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.


• Requires previous successful completion of Indiana Law Enforcement Tier I or II training, successful completion of the IU Health DPS field training program.


• Must be able to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.


• 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.


• 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.

Responsibilities

Connect to Promise - Demonstrates a commitment to IU Health's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting behaviors and delivering results that align with the strategic direction of the organization. Ensure IU Health is working toward its vision of improving the health of all Hoosiers by providing the best care for each person as we practice our values of purpose, excellence, compassion and team.

Customer Focus - Designs and delivers strategies that place customers at the center of business decisions. Consistently identifies current and future customer needs and ensures the effective delivery of high quality and value added solutions, products, and services that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Communication - Translates team initiatives for team members, linking their work to department goals. Shares thoughts and information in a clear, concise and professional manner, in both oral and written communication formats. Demonstrates active listening and seeks further information to ensure clarity and understanding. Proactively asks for input, and proactively obtains and applies the thoughts and ideas of others. Can clearly articulate a firm decision when needed, while simultaneously ensuring team members understand the \"Why\", the \"How\" and the \"What\". Promptly responds to requests for information, and works to proactively think through next steps and anticipate potential issues, requests, or business needs. Openly shares knowledge and expertise.

Ethical Practice - Maintains confidentiality as appropriate, earns trust and respect of others, and exhibits behaviors that express the ethical practice of a healthcare organization. Mitigates unintended consequences through careful analysis and observation of business practices. Serves as a role model for team members. Reports and responds immediately to unethical behavior or conflicts of interest. Empowers all employees to report unethical behavior or conflicts of interest without fear of punishment.

Leadership - Takes the initiative to proactively resolve issues, address concerns, identify potential risks, and improve overall processes and outcomes. Seeks new ways to improve individual and team efforts for overall success, while promoting collaboration and teamwork. Prioritizes team member development, and provides frequent coaching and opportunities for two-way dialogue. Actions consistently exhibit and model the values of the organization.

Strategic Thinking - Aligns the team goals with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Shapes, develops, and aligns the strategies of their department to provide value to the customer, and enhance overall business value. Aligns personal and workgroup activities to the business unit or function strategic goals.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world‑class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.


• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.


• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.


• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.


• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.


• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.