Director of Security
Required skills
- Security Management
- Emergency Management
- Workplace Violence
- Loss Prevention
- Crime Awareness
- Disaster Recovery
- Regulatory Compliance
- Policy Development
- Physical Security
Nice to have
- Criminal Justice Major
Role summary
Saint Joseph’s Medical Center is seeking a Director of Security to oversee all security, emergency management, buildings/grounds, and transportation programs. This role involves developing and implementing security strategies, training programs, and policies to ensure the safety of staff, visitors, and patients. The Director will manage internal and external security functions, coordinate with external agencies, and handle crisis situations. Responsibilities include hiring, disciplinary actions, and recommending physical security upgrades. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 3-5 years of relevant experience, and specific NYS licenses (Armed Security Guard, unrestricted firearm) and BLS certification are required.
The Director of Security is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Security Management, Emergency Management, Buildings/Grounds and Transportation programs for Saint Joseph’s Medical Center. As a member of the management and support services team, overseeing internal and external security functions for SJMC.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify strategies and assist in the development and implementation of programs and training that focuses on personal protection, workplace violence, loss prevention, customer service, crime awareness/prevention and emergency management and disaster recovery.
- Provide support, resources and assistance to staff, visitors and patients on matters involving security.
- Deal appropriately with crisis situations and coordinate appropriate response actions.
- Work closely with external agencies such as local fire, police, and other regulatory agencies that support the needs of the security department and hospital.
- Provide education and in-house training for security staff members through orientation and ongoing informational sessions.
- Lead or assist team members during incident responses to security incidents within the hospital.
- Interview and hire prospective new employees and work closely with Administration and Human Resources regarding disciplinary actions for both union and non-union employees.
- Review and recommend possible upgrades to physical security devices.
- Reviews all security related policies and procedures for compliance with current federal and state standards and regulations and develops new policies or revisions as necessary.
- Advises and consults with other department heads on ways and means to reduce or prevent thefts and property loss incidents using security measures and tools available.
Qualifications/Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related experience. Criminal Justice Major preferred
- 3-5 years appropriate previous experience
License Requirements
- Valid NYS Armed Security Guard License
- Valid NYS unrestricted (full carry) firearm license
- BLS Certification
Salary Range: $125K-$155K
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