Hospital Police Officer (DSH)
About The Position
The Department of State Hospitals is accepting applications for permanent full-time Hospital Police Officer positions. Vacancies exist in our Hospital Police Department at the following locations: Atascadero, Coalinga, Metropolitan, Napa, and Patton. Candidates will choose their preferred location during the background process. The California Department of State Hospitals is the largest forensic mental health hospital system in the nation. Hospital Police Officers are responsible for the supervision and security of individuals and property, ensuring policies and procedures relating to safety and security are followed and maintaining a secure and safe operation. Hospital Police Officers maintain law and order on hospital grounds, patrolling and protection of hospital buildings, and monitoring the activity and movement of patients and visitors ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.
Requirements
- Valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
- Pass a Drug Screening prior to being hired.
- Clear a Background Investigation prior to being hired.
- Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
- Psychological Evaluation clearance prior to being hired.
- P.C. 832 - Arrest and Control Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
Responsibilities
- Supervision and security of individuals and property
- Ensuring policies and procedures relating to safety and security are followed
- Maintaining a secure and safe operation
- Maintaining law and order on hospital grounds
- Patrolling and protection of hospital buildings
- Monitoring the activity and movement of patients and visitors ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
