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Summary
Virginia Certified Police Officer (Open)
The Hospital Police Officer provides professional law enforcement services to the Carilion Clinic. These services include carrying out the objectives of the Clinic, the preservation of peace and protection of life and property, the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws.
The Hospital Police Officer:
- Locates and investigates suspicious conditions and complaints by responding to calls and patrolling Carilion Clinic facilities for security breaches such as unlocked doors and open windows.
- Assists and coordinates with outside law enforcement agencies while they are interacting with hospital services, visitors, patients or staff.
- Guards and/or provides security for prisoners, mental health patients, special events, dignitaries and staff when a need is identified.
- Responds quickly and professionally to all calls for service involving traffic, criminal or non-criminal incidents and requests for information or assistance.
- Enforces laws, investigates crimes and processes crime scenes.
- Directs traffic while monitoring and enforcing parking regulations.
- Writes and files all required reports in a timely manner.
What We Require:
Education: High School or equivalent required.
Experience: No experience required, but previous law enforcement or security experience is preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Valid Virginia driver's license required. Must be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or must be a recent graduate of a police academy in the state of Virginia and meet all other training standards to qualify for certification by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Other: Must possess a driving record within the scope of Carilion's Driver Regulations. Due to Virginia's state law, the applicant must be at least 21 years of age. Computer keyboarding skills. Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Meets Virginia's minimum requirements for law enforcement officers.
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic:
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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Job Description
Virginia Certified Police Officer (Open)
The Hospital Police Officer provides professional law enforcement services to the Carilion Clinic. These services include carrying out the objectives of the Clinic, the preservation of peace and protection of life and property, the prevention of crime and the enforcement of laws.
The Hospital Police Officer:
- Locates and investigates suspicious conditions and complaints by responding to calls and patrolling Carilion Clinic facilities for security breaches such as unlocked doors and open windows.
- Assists and coordinates with outside law enforcement agencies while they are interacting with hospital services, visitors, patients or staff.
- Guards and/or provides security for prisoners, mental health patients, special events, dignitaries and staff when a need is identified.
- Responds quickly and professionally to all calls for service involving traffic, criminal or non-criminal incidents and requests for information or assistance.
- Enforces laws, investigates crimes and processes crime scenes.
- Directs traffic while monitoring and enforcing parking regulations.
- Writes and files all required reports in a timely manner.
What We Require:
Education: High School or equivalent required.
Experience: No experience required, but previous law enforcement or security experience is preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Valid Virginia driver's license required. Must be certified as a law enforcement officer by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services or must be a recent graduate of a police academy in the state of Virginia and meet all other training standards to qualify for certification by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.
Other: Must possess a driving record within the scope of Carilion's Driver Regulations. Due to Virginia's state law, the applicant must be at least 21 years of age. Computer keyboarding skills. Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Meets Virginia's minimum requirements for law enforcement officers.
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic:
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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