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Kettering Health · Kettering, OH

Police Officer - POLICED AND SECURITY

TypeFull time
Schedule40 hrs/wk
EducationHS diploma
PostedOct 14
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.
✓Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within six months of hire).
✓Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within six months of hire).
Education
✓High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. preferred
Qualifications
✓Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA).
✓Valid Ohio driver's license.
✓Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a physical examination certifying fitness for duty, per Ohio Revised Code § 124.41.
✓Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and Ohio state laws.
✓Ability to operate security and emergency response equipment.
✓Strong verbal and written communication skills.
✓Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in stressful situations.
✓Competency in de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
✓Familiarity with healthcare security protocols and HIPAA requirements.
✓Basic computer skills for incident reporting and documentation.
Prior law enforcement or healthcare security experience. preferred
Kettering Health
Nonprofit · Kettering, OH · 8 hospitals
484open roles
52support roles open in OH
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.
✓Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within six months of hire).
✓Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within six months of hire).
Education
✓High school diploma or equivalent.
Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. preferred
Qualifications
✓Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA).
✓Valid Ohio driver's license.
✓Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a physical examination certifying fitness for duty, per Ohio Revised Code § 124.41.
✓Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and Ohio state laws.
✓Ability to operate security and emergency response equipment.
✓Strong verbal and written communication skills.
✓Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in stressful situations.
✓Competency in de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
✓Familiarity with healthcare security protocols and HIPAA requirements.
✓Basic computer skills for incident reporting and documentation.
Prior law enforcement or healthcare security experience. preferred
Kettering Health
Nonprofit · Kettering, OH · 8 hospitals
484open roles
52support roles open in OH
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Job Details Kettering Health Main Campus | Kettering | Full Time | Varied Shift Responsibilities & Requirements The Police Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by providing law enforcement services, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies and applicable laws. This role supports patient care and operational reliability through proactive patrols, incident response, and community engagement.

Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program. Required

High school diploma or equivalent. Required Work

Completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy (OPOTA). Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations: Valid Ohio driver's license. Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within six months of hire). Non-violent crisis intervention training (required within six months of hire). Firearms qualification (must pass bi-annual qualifications).

Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a physical examination certifying fitness for duty, per Ohio Revised Code § 124.41.

Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and Ohio state laws. Ability to operate security and emergency response equipment. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in stressful situations. Competency in de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques. Familiarity with healthcare security protocols and HIPAA requirements.

Basic computer skills for incident reporting and documentation.

Preferred

Associate's degree in Criminal Justice or related field. Preferred Work

Prior law enforcement or healthcare security experience.

Variable shift · 40 hours per week

About the role

The Police Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff by providing law enforcement services, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hospital policies and applicable laws. This role supports patient care and operational reliability through proactive patrols, incident response, and community engagement. Performs other duties as assigned.