Patrol Officer

Cambridge Health Alliance; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Cambridge seeks a full-time Public Safety Officer to perform law enforcement duties and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff. This role requires an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent experience, as well as CPR and First Responder certifications. Candidates should possess strong report writing skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A valid Massachusetts driver's license is necessary. This position offers opportunities for varied shifts and is critical for maintaining a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or two years of prior law enforcement experience.
• One year of prior experience in security or criminal justice.
• Basic knowledge of security and law enforcement practices.
• Ability to produce accurate reports.
• Able to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement duties to protect persons and property.
• Investigate crimes and violations of laws.
• Make arrests and prepare complaints for court.
• Escort deceased patients when needed.
• Provide safety escorts as needed.

Skills

Law enforcement duties

Report writing

Security knowledge

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

CPR Certificate

First Responder Certificate

Valid Massachusetts driver's license

Job description

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days: 24/7 shift schedule
Category: Public Safety
Department: Public Safety
Job Type: Full time
Work Shift: Various Shifts
Hours/Week: 40.00
Union Name: Local 122 Public Safety Officers

Department Description

The Public Safety department at Cambridge Health Alliance is committed to creating a secure and welcoming environment for everyone who enters our facilities. Our professional and dedicated team works 24/7 to ensure the safety and security of our patients, visitors, and staff. We are responsible for a wide range of services, including emergency response, proactive patrols, and assistance with security-related concerns. By protecting our community and property, we play a vital role in supporting the hospital's mission of providing excellent care.

Job Details

• Performs general law enforcement duties in the protection of persons and property; enforcing applicable policies, rules and regulations of Cambridge Health Alliance and applicable federal, state and local laws, to prevent losses due to accidents and incidents.
• Investigates crimes and other violations of Massachusetts laws and ordinances.
• Makes arrests and sets up appropriate complaints for the courts for those in violation of the law.
• Assists in the escorting of deceased patients.
• Observe and detain patients who are in crisis and deemed in need of special services.
• Investigates individuals or situations that appear to be of a suspicious nature.
• Provides safety escorts as needed.
• Provides for the safety and security of all patients, visitors and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or two years of prior law enforcement experience, or two years of military experience with an honorable discharge.
• One year prior experience in security, loss prevention and/or criminal justice.
• Basic knowledge of security and law enforcement practices.
• Able to produce concise, accurate and well written reports.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts drivers license.
• CPR Certificate/First Responder Certificate.
• All newly hired candidates must successfully complete a job specific physical agility test.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.