What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer II position at WakeMed Health & Hospitals?
Overview:
Licensure: Certified by NC Training and Standards Commission Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent And Accredited Program Basic Law Enforcement Training Required Associate's Degree Police Science Or Related Field Preferred Experience: 2 Years Law Enforcement Required
At WakeMed, our Police Officers play a critical role in keeping our campuses safe, welcoming, and secure for patients, visitors, and teammates. You’ll combine traditional law enforcement responsibilities with a service‑first mindset in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.
What You’ll Do
- Patrol WakeMed property to protect patients, visitors, staff, and facilities while enforcing applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
- Respond to criminal and non‑criminal calls for service, assess situations quickly, and take appropriate action to reduce risk and maintain safety.
- Detain, arrest, and process criminal violations that occur on WakeMed property, completing all required reports, citations, and documentation.
- Assist with patient transport and subject control when individuals pose a risk to themselves or others, following North Carolina commitment procedures.
- Support investigations using WakeMed CCTV systems and operate departmental vehicles in compliance with state law and policy.
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
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Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan