Director, Security - University Hospital Job

Summary

Responsible for planning, implementing, directing, coordinating and controlling the security program for MLH and MLH-owned facilities within the Medical Center scope.  Demonstrates and leads a department with a customer service focus which may involve workplace violence.  Provides leadership in responding to bio-terrorism and disaster planning.  Demonstrates appropriate application and removal of restraint devices.  Models behaviors as characterized in Leadership the Methodist Way compentencies.

Education/Experience/Licensure

 

Education/Formal Training

Work Experience

Credential/Licensure

 

REQUIRED:

 

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or closely related field.

 

Three (3) years of experience in Security, Law Enforcement or related field.

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PREFERRED:

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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:

Four (4) years of experience in Security or Law Enforcement equivalent.

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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods and operations

• Knowledge of security operations in a multi-facility organization preferred.

• Ability to model integrity and honesty to subordinates.

• Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as policy and procedure manuals.

• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, management and members of the public.

• Ability to lead and motivate individuals and groups of people toward the accomplishment of work and organizational goals.

• Skill in negotiating with and between individuals and groups of people, including Associates and management.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, implements and controls Security operations to meet department goals and objectives.

• Maintains and develops a competent, productive, and quality-conscious workforce.Develops and implements processes through orientation, training, and education to ensure that the competence of all staff members is assessed, maintained, improved and demonstrated throughout their employment.

• Promotes the flow of information by establishing, utilizing, and maintaining effective communication systems within and outside the department.

• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.

• Directs unit-based quality monitoring and evaluation activities and implements measures to ensure that hospital, JCAHO and other quality standards are met.

• Develops, administers, and monitors formulary and operating policies and procedures for the Security department.

• Prepares annual expense budget, capital budget, and human resource utilization plan for the Security department.

• Promotes and maintains an environment that encourages and provides appropriate opportunity for the staff's professional development and achievement of annual performance objectives.

Physical Requirements

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.

• Must have good balance and coordination.

• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.

• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.

• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.

• The Associate is required to travel locally frequently.

• The Associate must have the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.