Building Operations and Security Director

Tamarack Health Careers•Ashland, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Operations and Security Director is responsible for directing the operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, grounds, and facility systems. This role also leads all physical security operations, access control systems, surveillance monitoring, and incident response activities. The Director will oversee preventive maintenance programs, manage facility renovations and construction projects, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop departmental budgets and contracts. Additionally, the role involves leading and managing the operations and security team, fostering collaboration, and driving strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals. A key aspect of this position is promoting workplace safety and a culture of security awareness.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Criminal Justice, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
Progressive leadership experience in facilities operations, security management, healthcare facilities, or a related environment.
Knowledge of building systems, regulatory compliance, safety standards, and security best practices.
Strong project management, budgeting, and contract management skills.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Strategic Leadership
Facilities Management
Security and Risk Management
Emergency Preparedness
Regulatory Compliance
Financial Stewardship
Team Development
Project Management
Customer Service
Continuous Improvement
Mechanical knowledge
Maintenance knowledge

Responsibilities

Direct the operation, maintenance, and repair of buildings, grounds, and facility systems.
Oversee preventive maintenance programs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
Manage facility renovations, construction projects, and capital improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and environmental regulations.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships.
Monitor facility performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead all physical security operations, access control systems, surveillance monitoring, and incident response activities.
Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and emergency response plans.
Act as the primary point of contact for security.
Own and support the contract of the third party security personnel.
Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborate with local law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management agencies.
Collaborate with Tamarack Health’s internal Emergency Preparedness Manager and Communications Coordinator for facility safety and security initiatives.
Promote workplace safety and support a culture of security awareness.
Recruit, develop, and mentor operations and security team members.
Establish performance expectations and accountability measures.
Foster cross-functional collaboration with organizational leaders and department managers.
Lead departmental planning and strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals.