Police Officer

Ascension•Evansville, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Certification specializing in Peace Officer obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date OR Law Enforcement obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

ILEA Academy Certification is required.
Highest level of professionalism, ethics, standards, and judgement preferred.

Responsibilities

Protect the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by proactively identifying threats and responding to security incidents with a calm, decisive presence.
Lead complex investigations and exercise legal authority, including making arrests when necessary, to ensure the hospital remains a safe, law-abiding environment for care.
Collaborate with external law enforcement agencies and internal clinical teams to coordinate emergency responses and provide expert testimony that supports justice and safety.
Empower the hospital community by facilitating safety training and education, ensuring every staff member feels prepared and supported in emergency situations.
Manage critical mobile resources by operating and maintaining patrol vehicles safely, ensuring a rapid and reliable response across the entire campus.