Manager/Chief of Hospital Security

Interested in working for the Golden Isles’ healthcare provider and employer of choice? 

Throughout the many locations that make up the Southeast Georgia Health System network, there is a common thread that pulls everything together: A team of committed professionals like you. These individuals appreciate the value of every person who walks through our doors and are the key to our culture of Service Excellence. 

Summary: Oversees the day-to-day police and routine security shift operations at the greater Brunswick Campus and Camden Campus. Plans, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates the Health System safety/security/emergency management programs. Primary emphasis is placed on the protection of life and assets, prevention of loss, and the reduction of crime.

Service Excellence: All team members of Southeast Georgia Health System will promote service excellence by developing and maintaining positive relationships with customers, other team members, and the medical staff and will ensure the highest quality of care by performing their responsibilities according to the highest professional standards. 

Essential Responsibilities  

• Assists the Director of Safety & Security in the preparation of all operational and capital budgets for the department.
• Ensures enforcement of department policies and procedures; oversees day-to-day operations of all Brunswick/Camden based police, security, and scheduling practices.
• Oversees day-to-day shift activities to ensure secure and safe conditions.
• Reviews all officer reports in a timely manner for content, accuracy, and thoroughness. Works with PSOs and Security Officers to improve writing skills; approves all incident/variance reports submitted by Safety & Security staff and effectively communicates required information to the Director and others.
• Responsible for meeting all required documentation by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council, including mandatory training and investigative information; assures required International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) training is provided to all staff and that the required equipment is available and maintained.
• Oversees the criminal background check process, properly managing the Georgia Crime Information Center (GCIC) and Criminal Justice Information Services-FBI (CJIS) systems.  Manages access to these systems for other authorized and trained staff.
• Effectively plans and conducts special department and required business meetings.
• After assuming all above responsibilities, the second phase of the position will encompass all other day-to-day security and police department operations including but not limited to:      
  • Management of the CCTV system/burglar alarm systems/electronic access control system·       
  • Fire Extinguisher Inspections     
  • Parking control 
  • Lost & found
  • Two-way radio operation
• Effectively plans and conducts special department and required business meetings.
• Complete all Scheduling and approve all PTO requests in a timely manner.
• Audit all timecards for accuracy and require justification for all discrepancies (break violations, early start, late start, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Police Officer; managerial experience preferred.
Licensure: Must be Georgia POST certified in good standing; Valid Drivers’ License required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Advanced leadership skills to include coaching, managing conflict, and the provision of enthusiasm and inspiration to the team; Strong organization, planning, and time management skills; advanced oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to provide initiative and follow up in areas of responsibility; advanced problem-solving skills.

Why Choose Southeast Georgia Health System? 

We are mission-focused to provide safe, quality, accessible, and cost-effective care to meet the health needs of the people and communities it serve.  

Our workplace is as pleasant and rewarding as the setting we enjoy outside of work -- imagine stepping out of your workspace and into a world of scenic beauty, outdoor recreational activities, mild winters, natural beaches, fine dining, and a full array of cultural and colonial historic attractions. 

The chance to work within a culture that is collegial yet professional, has exceptional career-advancement potential, and work/life balance that is practically unparalleled. 

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