Director Safety & Emergency Management
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Elk Grove Village, IL (will travel to Baltimore, MD 2-3 days per month) Facility: Medical Center Elk Grove Village Department: Regulatory Schedule:Days | Full-time Salary Range: $125,689.26 - $170,049.54 Eligible for an annual bonus incentive Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Requirements
- One or more of the following required: Certification specializing in Health Safety credentialed from the International Board for Certification of Safety Managers (BCHCM) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Certified Professional Certification specializing in Hospital Risk Mgmt. credentialed from the American Hospital Association Certification Center (AHA-CC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Certification credentialed from the International Board for Certification of Safety Managers (BCHCM) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional.
- Emergency Management credentialed from the FEMA Emergency Management Institute obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Completion of courses 100, 200, 700, and 800.
- Emergency Management obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) for Certified Emergency Manager.
- Safety Professional specializing in Healthcare preferred.
- Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 4 of those years being in leadership/management. OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 3 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 2 of those years being in leadership/management.
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of Safety and Emergency Management experience within healthcare preferred
- Prior leadership expedience
- Prior joint commission or regulatory experience
Responsibilities
- Lead emergency readiness by directing the Environment of Care (EC) and Safety programs, ensuring our facility is resilient and prepared to respond instantly to any crisis or incident.
- Champion a culture of safety by proactively identifying workplace hazards, conducting root-cause analyses, and implementing corrective actions to eliminate risks before they impact patients or staff.
- Translate complex regulations (such as OSHA and Joint Commission standards) into clear, actionable internal policies that keep our facility safe, compliant, and operating at the highest standard.
- Empower and educate healthcare teams by designing engaging training programs that equip staff with the practical knowledge to detect, mitigate, and avoid workplace hazards.
- Inspire and develop a high-performing team through intentional hiring, continuous mentorship, and supportive leadership, fostering a collaborative environment focused on safety excellence.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Associate degree
