Lead-Security Officer

Ascension • Mequon, WI

402d

About The Position

The Lead-Security Officer at Ascension is responsible for ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors at Columbia St. Mary's - Ozaukee. This role involves leading a team of security officers, monitoring staff performance, and coordinating security operations. The position requires a combination of security duties, management responsibilities, and active participation in incident management and staff development.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree and 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Valid Driver's License credentialed from the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred.
• Law Enforcement preferred.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed preferred.
• Security Professional preferred.
• Security Guard specializing in Healthcare preferred.
• Security Guard preferred.
• Security Guard specializing in Weapon Permit preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior applicable Security experience, Law Enforcement experience.
• Military experience, or degree preferred.
• Lead or Supervisor experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as team leader for assigned security officers to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.
• Participate in the process of monitoring, guiding and evaluating staff performance.
• Contribute to efficient operations by assisting with coordinating activities, prioritizing workflow and promoting decision-making and problem solving.
• Perform the duties of a security officer.
• Model and promote teamwork and cooperation amongst staff.
• Review staff reports for accuracy, clarity and completeness.
• Investigate, document, and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Address escalated or unresolved issues.
• Assist the Security Manager with shift staffing, organizational planning, budget preparation, staff development, and Committee Chair responsibilities.
• Operate vehicle in a safe and responsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.
• Provide for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participates in foot and vehicle patrols.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Adoption assistance
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees