Director, Security

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Michael's Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

 

Established by the Franciscan Sisters of the Poor in 1867, Saint Michael's Medical Center is a 358-bed regional tertiary-care, teaching, and research center in the heart of Newark's business and educational district and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Combining state-of-the-art technology, the latest diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, leading-edge research, and a network of highly qualified physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, the hospital provides top-quality health care services delivered with compassionate care.

 

The first medical institution in New Jersey to perform open-heart surgery, and the first to develop a cardiac catheterization program, Saint Michael's Medical Center is home to the Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers a comprehensive array of innovative cardiac treatments and procedures. Learn more at www.smmcnj.com.

 

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Responsibilities

The Public Safety/Security Director will assist the Director of Plant Operations by supervising and directing the operation of the Security Department. Will provide day-to-day supervision and management of the Security staff. Will ensure that all requirements, regulations and documentation involving the security department is completed. The Public Safety/Security Director will secure and protect the patients, visitors, staff, building, and property. Will investigate and submit reports on assaults, thefts, damage to personal and facility property and all related security issues. Assists the staff in the handling of combative persons and situations. Will maintain communication with the local law enforcement agencies. This position is typically for multi-facility locations and/or large hospital campuses.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

 

1. High School diploma or equivalent required

2. Two (2) year college degree preferred

3. Five (5) years experience in healthcare security supervision work or related field.

4. PC 832 / Level 1 law enforcement training or higher.

5. Reserve Deputy / Police Officer experience. Can be substituted for experience with the Department of Corrections, Military Law Enforcement, or healthcare security management.

6. Able to manage security operations at multiple locations/sites

 

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

 

1. State Drivers license upon hire 2. Current DMV H6 report or Driving History Report