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Now Hiring Hospital Police Officers

Napa | Coalinga | Atascadero | Patton | Metropolitan

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ABOUT THE POSITION

The Department of State Hospitals’ (DSH) Police Officers provide safety, service, and security to patients, employees and the public in and around each hospital.

In addition to police responsibilities and investigations, law enforcement personnel work closely with clinical staff to ensure the safe treatment of the more than 6,300 patients assigned to the facilities and the safety of the more than 11,000 DSH employees.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range is $5,915 - $7,420 per month
with possible incentives.

  • Unique diverse working opportunities including:
    - Bike Patrol
    - Hospital Patrol
    - K-9
    - Investigations
  • Shift differential pay
  • Generous CalPERS retirement benefits package
  • Local community outreach involvement
  • Team-oriented, collegial working environment
  • Physical fitness and education incentive

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be at least 21 years old, complete a written examination, and have the equivalent to a high school diploma.

HIRING PROCESS

  • Create a CalCareers account

  • Take and successfully complete the online HPO examination

  • Submit an application for the HPO vacancy

  • Successfully complete a background investigation

  • Successfully complete a pre-employment:

    • Medical screening

    • PAT

    • Psychological Screening

MISSION

To provide evaluation and treatment in a safe and responsible manner, by leading innovation and excellence across a continuum of care and settings.

VISION

Caring Today for a Safe and Healthy Tomorrow

CULTURE OF SERVICE

The Department of State Hospitals (DSH) manages the California state hospital system, which provides mental health services to patients admitted into DSH facilities. The department strives to provide effective treatment in a safe environment and in a fiscally responsible manner.

In fiscal year 2019-2020, the department served 9,211 patients and employed nearly 13,000 staff in a 24/7 hospital system. DSH has locations in Atascadero, Coalinga, Metropolitan, Napa, and Patton.

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Fill out the form below to learn more about working with us and to get all of the steps to apply for the Hospital Police Officer Position with the California Department of State Hospitals.

Which locations are you interested in?
ATASCADERO
COALINGA
METROPOLITAN
Los Angeles
NAPA
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