OHSU Police Officer
OHSU is proud to be designated a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Just 9 percent of U.S. healthcare organizations hold this designation. We pride ourselves in not only serving our community with the highest of accolades but also pushing a multifaceted mission that strives for excellence within the OHSU Culture.
OHSU is hiring! We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization :
- Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
- Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
- Several retirement plans to choose from! Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b)
- Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off
- 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated by FTE status)
- Commuter subsidies
- Tuition reimbursement
- Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
- Annual Raises
- Employee discounts to local and major businesses
- Childcare service discounts
- Growth / Development Opportunities
We want you, apply and work with us today!
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) OHSU Police Officer is responsible for the safety and security of the OHSU community, including all OHSU members, patients, and visitors, as well as all OHSU resources, facilities, and property within the Officers assigned area(s) of responsibility. The OHSU Police Officer may carry out these duties under the direct supervision of the shift Operations Lieutenant, shift Sergeant, or other DPS management, but will also be capable of effectively carrying out these responsibilities with minimal or no direct supervision, when necessary.
The University Police Officer is trained in accordance with applicable DPSST (Department of Public Safety Standards & Training) requirements, applicable state law, and OHSU Public Safety departmental policy to exercise the authorities of a police officer.
The University Police Officer will act at all times in support of the Universitys mission and goals, and is expected to exercise his / her authorities in support of the University, and in a manner consistent with the Universitys strategic plans, University policies, departmental policies, and in a manner supportive of the Universitys unique culture.
The University Police Officer is expected to demonstrate enthusiastic support for the policies, procedures, vision, mission, priorities, and goals of the DPS and the University at all times.
While the University Police Officer has a unique role at the University, and in the law enforcement community, the Officers primary responsibility is to support and continually do their best to improve the partnership between the DPS and all other University departments, as well as external law enforcement agencies while ensuring the safety and security of the campus.
The University Police Officer will follow the established chain of command by bringing information, requests, concerns, etc. first to his / her immediate supervisor whenever possible before moving to senior DPS management and / or higher levels of OHSU management.
The University Police Officer is expected to adhere to the following :
Be a role model for all OHSU core competencies required of all OHSU members, including providing excellent customer serviceAttend all mandatory meetings, training, and to keep all required certifications, proficiencies, and immunizations current at all times.Exercise the authorities and jurisdiction, per the applicable ORS (353.125), in accordance with all other applicable laws, and always within the limits of University policy and at the discretion of managementFollow all appropriate safety guidelines when performing all dutiesBe knowledgeable of all applicable departmental policies and directives related to his / her job dutiesPerform additional and / or modified duties as assigned by a supervisor, consistent with the class specifications for this positionSuccessfully complete any proficiency evaluations (written, verbal, or practical), which may be required to demonstrate the minimum accepted competency for this position, and to satisfy the requirements of OSHA, The Joint Commission and other regulatory or accreditation agencies and DPS or OHSU requirementsMaintain any and all qualifications required for commissioning and certification as a Special Campus Security Officer, to be known as a University Police Officer, by OHSU and the Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST)Complete all reports and paperwork as required and / or as requested by Director of Public Safety or DPS management, as required to support proper Public Safety servicesInterview and / or obtain statements from witnesses, victims, suspects, or others as appropriateMaintain a personal log of all on-duty activities consistent with law enforcement best practicesThe University Police Officer is subject to recall at any time to assist in any emergency that may be critical to the full time operation of the hospital, response to a hazard or emergency, or in relief of other OHSU Public Safety staff.
Function / Duties of Position
Incident Response & Investigation
Ensure a safe environment for the entire OHSU community by responding to and / or investigating the following :Calls for assistance, reported or observed crimes, alarm activations, fires, hazardous materials, and other situations as appropriate, when dispatched, or when directed by a supervisor.Observe conditions that could negatively impact the Universitys operations, including environmental hazards, maintenance problems, unsafe conditions, etc.Take all reasonable actions to prevent injury, damage, or loss due to emergency or other situations until the appropriate responders arrive.Act within the scope of his / her training and experience and call for assistance when confronted with situations beyond his / her training, experience, knowledge, or authority.Show self-motivation and initiative in handling and dealing with emerging safety and security problems, including taking proactive actions to prevent problems whenever possible.Protect the scene and evidence related to any actual or potential crime, injury, or significant violation of OHSU policy.Perform proactive security checks of OHSU facilities, parking areas, grounds, and access routes to OHSU facilities.Respond to and monitor helicopter landings / takeoffs and emergency responders as required.Assist with uncooperative, disruptive, and / or dangerous persons as requested by staff or appropriate to the situation, including assisting with restraints, seclusion, and administration of medical care as directed by medical staff.Respond to medical emergencies and campus injuries, render immediate first aid according to training and skills, and request appropriate assistance.Be available for recall at any time to assist in any emergency that may be critical to the full-time operations of OHSU or in relief of other DPS staff.Prepare timely, complete, accurate reports as appropriate and in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, accepted practices, and requests from DPS management and / or law enforcement.Observe, stop, detain, question, arrest, search, and / or transport persons suspected of criminal activity, and / or investigate suspected criminal activity related to OHSU, in accordance with applicable state law and OHSU guidelines.Other duties as assigned.Patrol & Enforcement
Actively patrol / monitor areas of responsibility on foot, bicycle, in a vehicle, or via CCTV / DVMRE. Patrol / monitoring areas may include, but are not limited to, the following :Inside and outside of OHSU facilities and buildings, both on and off campusOHSU grounds, property, and parking areas, both on and off campusSpecific target areasOther areas, as assignedIssue citations as necessary and authorized to persons or vehicles for violations of University policies or applicable laws.Contact individuals in or around OHSU facilities to enforce University policies, as necessary or directed.Police Officers may be designated Acting Sergeant, Field Training Officer or other responsibilities assigned.Community Relations / Customer Service
Respond to non-emergency requests for assistance from all members of the OHSU community, including patients, staff, students, visitors, and others in / on, or in close proximity to, OHSU){kind=logo}