Manager - Police and Security

WellSpan Health•Lewisburg, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides on-site operational leadership for WellSpan Security Teams and Police Department members in the assigned region, with primary responsibility for the safety and security of patients, visitors, team members, and organizational assets. Oversees daily security and police operations, personnel performance, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and organizational requirements. Ensures coordinated incident response and effective collaboration with internal public safety partners and external emergency response agencies. The role directs site security operations and regional Police Department activities, manages staffing and schedules, supervises and develops personnel, and supports recruitment and onboarding. It ensures required training, certifications, regulatory compliance, and accurate operational and incident documentation. The Manager responds to critical incidents and acts of violence, performs sworn law enforcement duties, oversees evidence handling and chain of custody, and participates in after-action reviews and improvement efforts. The position may provide operational support during staffing shortages, emergencies, or special circumstances. This is a full-time position at Evangelical Hospital, scheduled for 80 hours biweekly. The position also participates in projects or assignments as directed by the Vice President of Public Safety and is expected to uphold WellSpan’s service, teamwork, fiscal responsibility, compliance, ethics, and privacy standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminology, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 3 years of managerial or supervisory experience.
At least 5 years of law enforcement or public safety experience, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 Basic Recruit Training Program certification upon hire.
Lethal Weapons Training Act (Act 235) certification within 90 days.
Act 501 Certification (Private Police Force court certification) within 90 days.
Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
Valid driver’s license in the current state of residence; driving record must meet WellSpan Risk Management requirements.
Successful completion of WellSpan Police Training within 90 days.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft applications, including Excel and Word.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Direct daily operations of the WellSpan Security team at the assigned site and Police Department team members in the region to ensure law enforcement coverage and the safety and security of patients, visitors, team members, and property.
Prepare and manage work schedules to ensure adequate staffing, deployment, and operational readiness.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate security and police personnel; conduct performance evaluations, recommend corrective actions, and support professional development.
Support recruitment and onboarding, including interviews, selection processes, and initial readiness activities.
Ensure compliance with law enforcement training, certification, and regulatory requirements at local, state, and federal levels.
Respond to critical incidents and acts of violence on WellSpan-owned or controlled properties and perform sworn law enforcement duties in accordance with applicable law and organizational policy.
Coordinate and participate in after-action reviews of significant incidents and support corrective actions and improvement plans.
Oversee evidence handling, documentation, and chain-of-custody processes related to criminal incidents on WellSpan property.
Ensure proper operation and oversight of security infrastructure and systems supporting police and security operations.
Maintain accurate operational and incident documentation and ensure timely reporting in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Provide operational support during staffing shortages, emergencies, or special circumstances to maintain continuity of police services.
Provide outstanding customer service, foster teamwork, and practice fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information, develop alternatives, and participate effectively in group problem solving.
Participate in projects, details, or assignments as assigned by the Vice President of Public Safety.
Perform other related duties as identified and support WellSpan’s compliance, ethics, and privacy programs.