Healthcare System Security Manager, University Police

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
The Security Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of assigned security operations, ensuring effective deployment of personnel, consistent enforcement of policies and procedures, and alignment with institutional safety objectives across clinical, academic, and research environments. Directly supervises Security Supervisors and provides guidance, coaching, and performance feedback. Supports the Security Director in implementing departmental initiatives, policy updates, and operational improvements.

Healthcare system experience is preferred.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Bachelor's Degree in criminal justice, security management or criminal science 
   

• Experience
  5 years law enforcement and/or security supervisory experience 
  May consider direct related years of experience in lieu of degree 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  Valid Texas State Driver License Upon Hire 
  BLS - Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) Upon Hire 
   

Preferred

• Licenses and Certifications
  IAHSS (International Association for Hospital Security and Safety) certifications: Basic, Advanced, Supervisor. 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Provides day-to-day management of assigned security operations across clinical, academic, and research facilities.
• Oversee security shifts, posts, or functional areas to ensure adequate coverage, consistency, and operational readiness.
• Ensures compliance with UT Southwestern policies, departmental procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Reviews security incidents, trends, and operational metrics to identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Directly supervises Security Supervisors and provides guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Ensures supervisors effectively manage frontline security officers, including adherence to post orders and response standards.
• Participates