Police Officer II

Summary

Overview

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.

Department Description

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 .
EOE

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

Job Description

Overview

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.

Department Description

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 .
EOE

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