Police Officer - Rotation

Job Duties

• Conducts routine patrols on foot or vehicle of assigned areas; enforces hospital rules of conduct; completes detailed reports as required.
• Respond to acts of violence at Geisinger owned or controlled properties and potentially engage in the use of force as governed by Pennsylvania Law and Geisinger policy.
• Carry, properly handle, maintain proficiency, and be able to deploy lethal and less lethal weapons as prescribed by federal/state law and Geisinger policy.
• Tasked with the ability to effect arrests for certain criminal offenses, and issue PA state citations for certain criminal and traffic offenses using specific law enforcement applications such as the PA Justice Network.
• Perform as a Geisinger Security Officer when necessary.
• Handle and manage evidence pertaining to criminal incidents occurring in/on Geisinger owned properties.
• Directs traffic on hospital property; enforces traffic and parking regulations; assists patients, visitors, and employees with vehicle problems per policy and training.
• Operates security technology equipment including personal computers, CCTV systems, fire alarm system, access control systems, security alarm systems, and radios.
• Responds to requests for assistance involving patients in the assigned locations; assists in locating patients; assists Life Flight with unloading patients and equipment, as necessary.
• Assists and directs patients and visitors to areas on the Geisinger campus; furnishes and may aid disable persons or others in need of physical assistance upon arrival and departure from the Geisinger facility.

Position Details

Help protect a healing environment where patients, visitors, and care teams feel safe and supported every day. We’re hiring Police Officers to maintain safety across Geisinger locations. In this role, you’ll establish a visible police presence, deter criminal activity, respond to emergencies, and take appropriate law enforcement action when needed—all while supporting a compassionate healthcare setting. You’ll engage with patients, visitors, and staff, respond to high-pressure situations, and play a vital role in keeping our campuses safe and secure.

Geisinger is proud to offer a Security Officer I a $16.24 minimum hiring rate with increased rates for experienced individuals and up to $2 shift differentials for evening, nights, and weekend shifts!

Hours

Rotation
Weekends and Holidays rotation

Required Experience

• 2 years’ experience in law enforcement
• Pennsylvania Act 120 Training or equivalent (PA State Police Academy, out of state law enforcement academy, Federal Law enforcement academy).
• Pennsylvania Act 235 certification (prerequisite).

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.