Southcoast Health
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented State Special Police Officer. Hours: 40 hrs Shift: Day shift, 6:45am - 3:15pm with weekend and holiday rotation Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor or designee, this position performs all duties and responsibilities related to the day-to-day protection and security of Southcoast Health System (SHS) and Southcoast Hospitals Group (SHG) assets and information as well as the safety of all persons on hospital/SHS property. Patrols hospital properties by vehicle and foot to deter and investigate crimes in accordance with authority granted under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 22C Section 63. This position could have additional responsibilities assigned at the direction of department leadership. State Special Police Officers will be cross-trained and eligible to work at other SHG and SPG locations as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associate's degree preferred. Prior military, security, corrections, police or relevant experience a plus. Trained officers must have attended the bridge or full-time academy authorized by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC). All candidates must obtain certification as a law-enforcement officer by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission. In addition to POST certification, all candidates must obtain their warrant of appointment as a Special State Police Officer (SSPO). Southcoast Health will work collaboratively with candidates to facilitate any necessary POST certification, and SSPO appointment. Qualifying candidates for the position will have a 90-day review period for Massachusetts State Police (MSP) review and certification. If after MSP background and review, the candidate is declined eligibility, consideration will be given for maintaining Public Safety Officer II designation within the Southcoast Health Public Safety Department. Applicants must be age twenty-one (21) at time of application. A valid Driver's License is required. Must possess and maintain a Massachusetts Class A Large Capacity License to Carry Firearms. Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) De-Escalation Training; OC Pepper (OCAT), Handcuffing (PATH), Baton (PPBT) education and training required within 120 days of hire. BLS, CPR and First Responder certification required within 120 days of hire. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Compensation
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range: USD $24.75 - USD $32.83 /Hr.
Job details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Be among the first 25 applicants. Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented State Special Police Officer. Hours: 40 hrs Shift: Day shift, 6:45am - 3:15pm with weekend and holiday rotation Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package Generous Earned Time Off Package Employee Wellbeing Program 403B Retirement Plan with company match Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Operations Manager, Shift Supervisor or designee, this position performs all duties and responsibilities related to the day-to-day protection and security of Southcoast Health System (SHS) and Southcoast Hospitals Group (SHG) assets and information as well as the safety of all persons on hospital/SHS property. Patrols hospital properties by vehicle and foot to deter and investigate crimes in accordance with authority granted under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 22C Section 63. This position could have additional responsibilities assigned at the direction of department leadership. State Special Police Officers will be cross-trained and eligible to work at other SHG and SPG locations as needed.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associate's degree preferred. Prior military, security, corrections, police or relevant experience a plus. Trained officers must have attended the bridge or full-time academy authorized by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC). All candidates must obtain certification as a law-enforcement officer by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission. In addition to POST certification, all candidates must obtain their warrant of appointment as a Special State Police Officer (SSPO). Southcoast Health will work collaboratively with candidates to facilitate any necessary POST certification, and SSPO appointment. Qualifying candidates for the position will have a 90-day review period for Massachusetts State Police (MSP) review and certification. If after MSP background and review, the candidate is declined eligibility, consideration will be given for maintaining Public Safety Officer II designation within the Southcoast Health Public Safety Department. Applicants must be age twenty-one (21) at time of application. A valid Driver's License is required. Must possess and maintain a Massachusetts Class A Large Capacity License to Carry Firearms. Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) De-Escalation Training; OC Pepper (OCAT), Handcuffing (PATH), Baton (PPBT) education and training required within 120 days of hire. BLS, CPR and First Responder certification required within 120 days of hire. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Compensation
Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range: USD $24.75 - USD $32.83 /Hr.
Job details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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