Police Officer I

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Police Officer I works in Public Safety at Methodist Hospital. The position conducts criminal investigations, patrols IU Health properties, responds to calls for service, and helps maintain a safe healthcare environment for team members, patients, and guests. The schedule is full-time, day shift from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, with weekend on-call work as needed by the department and no holidays. The role is onsite.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–3 years of relevant experience.
Current, non-restricted Indiana Driver's License.
Successfully complete Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier I or Tier II training within one year after appointment as a police officer.
Ability to obtain NCIC/IDACS certification and access.
No convictions for felony, domestic violence, or violent misdemeanor offenses.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening, and psychological exam.
Working knowledge of computers and various software programs.
Never had a law enforcement officer license denied by final order or revoked.
Not currently on suspension and no voluntary surrender of a law enforcement license currently in effect.
Working knowledge and experience in criminal investigations, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; gathering and analyzing evidence; preparing investigative reports; obtaining and executing search warrants; and presenting case findings for prosecution.

Responsibilities

Conduct criminal investigations, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects; gathering and analyzing evidence; preparing investigative reports; obtaining and executing search warrants; and presenting case findings for prosecution.
Conduct rounding and foot and vehicle patrols in and around properties owned, leased, or occupied by IU Health.
Respond to calls for service.
Enforce and assist in enforcing IU Health rules, regulations, policies, and state statutes.
Provide direction and guidance to team members, guests, and patients.
Assist teams with de-escalating tense, uncertain, and emotional situations.
Proactively work to prevent crime and safety incidents.
Respond to and investigate criminal activity and vehicle crashes as needed.
Maintain records and logs and complete written reports as required.
Perform physical security screening as required.
Help create a safe healthcare environment for team members, patients, and guests.
Perform other duties as assigned by the chain of command.