Security/Safety Officer

State of Indiana•Madison, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security/Safety Officer develops and implements security procedures for buildings and grounds at Madison State Hospital, a State Operated Facility. The role advises on parking and traffic rules, develops training programs and professional standards for security staff, reports on security and safety status to facility management, and maintains the facility’s security and safety program and related policies. The officer provides orientation and continuing education to security staff and facility employees, and works with local, state, county, and federal law enforcement agencies to support facility security, recover runaway residents, and help prevent vandalism and crime. The role may include recruiting, selecting, onboarding, training, and supervising employees, depending on agency needs. Attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function. Other duties may be assigned or changed.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of developments in security and safety and the ability to apply them and adapt work procedures accordingly.
Specialized knowledge of law enforcement and security principles related to Homeland Security Law and applicable safety regulations and agencies, including Infection Control, accreditation agencies, OSHA, FEMA, and relevant state, federal, and local agencies.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with staff and other departments.
Willingness to travel, with reasonable accommodation.
Ability to protect oneself using physical self-defense skills taught by hospital personnel.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to give feedback and guidance, provide corrective action, and coach and develop employee skills.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement procedures for the security of facility buildings and grounds.
Advise on parking and traffic rules and their implementation, including markings and signage.
Develop short- and long-range training programs for security staff.
Report the status of security and safety to facility management.
Develop and continually review standard operations for the security and safety program.
Develop professional standards for subordinate staff.
Review and update policies and procedures specifically related to safety and security.
Orient new security staff and assist with training in minor plumbing, electrical, and other system repairs for temporary safety measures.
Provide continuing education to staff about their roles in the security and safety program.
Work with local, state, county, federal, and other law enforcement personnel to maintain effective working relationships.
Coordinate with law enforcement agencies to recover runaway residents and protect facility grounds against vandalism and crime.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees, clarifying responsibilities and expectations and supporting professional development.
Set expectations, monitor progress, provide feedback, and evaluate employee performance.
Ensure work meets quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
Attend work at assigned worksite(s).

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, and vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completed activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Paid leave policies, including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.