Manager of Security | University Hospital

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare•Memphis, TN

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Manages a group of security officers who ensure the protection of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare's facility. Develops and enforces security procedures and regulations. Acts as a liaison to all departments on security measures, procedures, and needs. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Manages a group of security officers who ensure the protection of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare's facility. Develops and enforces security procedures and regulations. Acts as a liaison to all departments on security measures, procedures, and needs. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice
Security or law enforcement 3-5 years
Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Ability to model integrity and honesty to subordinates.
Possession of a valid drivers' license.
Demonstrable leadership potential.
Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, management and members of the public.
Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of own and others' work flow.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree Criminal Justice
High School Diploma or Equivalent

Responsibilities

Manages operations responsible for controlling site access, which includes inspecting vehicles, checking in visitors and checking for employee name tags.
Conducts investigations on incidents that occur on the property requiring competence to research information, questioning individuals and filling out necessary paperwork; makes decisions on the severity of the situation and determines the need for further prosecution.
Assesses security problems; devises appropriate responses; reviews actions with staff; informs superiors of unusual events.
Determines security system requirements and recommends additions or changes to Director.
Directs activities during emergency situations by staying apprised of emergency response systems, monitoring emergency activities and supervising response personnel.
Maintains a good working relationship with local, state and federal agencies; coordinates emergency action plans or joint actions as required.
Directs the activities of security officers; review activities and determines the need for special security arrangements.
Develops operating budgets for the security department and ensures adherence to the budget.
Implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with security efforts.
Keeps Director apprised of any developments or problems that may interfere with process or cause property loss.
Trains new officers.