Supervisor Security

Founded in 1875, for more than a century, Holy Cross Hospital – Salt Lake has provided high-quality healthcare for residents of the Salt Lake Valley. Conveniently located near the heart of the city, this historic acute care hospital remains one of the most trusted medical centers in all of Utah. Our team is focused on providing patients with leading-edge medical expertise and compassionate care at every turn. We are highly motivated and compassionate people, using advanced systems and technology to become the healthcare provider of choice and to improve the quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve. We offer comprehensive orthopedic care, wound care, 24/7 Geriatric, psychiatric and cardiac services, life flight services and are a State-certified heart attack center. Holy Cross Hospital – Salt Lake offers an opportunity to find a fulfilling career in a thriving community with quick access to parks, canyons, winter sports, Climbing, backpacking, and the picturesque Wasatch range of the Rocky Mountains.

As our Security Supervisor, you will plan, schedule, and supervise comprehensive security efforts to protect patients, associates, visitors, hospital buildings, assets, and premises.

Every day, you will schedule and supervise security response drills, reporting on their outcomes. You are responsible for the Environment of Care Chapter 2 Security requirements as mandated by the Joint Commission. You will coordinate the development and implementation of hospital-wide safety programs, alongside safety and training programs for corporate and outlying locations, and manage the overall Security function.

To be successful, you will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of security protocols and regulatory compliance (especially Joint Commission EOC standards), and the ability to effectively plan, implement, and report on security initiatives.

• Manages daytoday activities of Security Department and ensures standards of practice are met within policies and procedures.
• Supervises and serves as a direct reporting structure for all security officers.
• Coordinates Security Officer and associate training with officers and/or direct leadership.
• Develops and conducts formal training programs for the hospital and the department covering a variety of areas associated with staff safety, facility environment, emergency response, and new programs or regulations.
• Develops and maintains schedule for Security officers.
• Organizes agenda and leads staff meetings to facilitate staff development and education.

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
  
• Eight (8) years of progressively more responsible experience in hospital security or law enforcement operations
  
• Knowledge of TJC accreditation policies, practices, management and regulatory law
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of security related training as well as local, state and federal safety regulations
• Direct leadership experience
  
• Familiar with self defense training and facilitation
  
• Familiar with Life Safety Codes
  

Preferred

• Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or related field
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, business or hospital administration or equivalency
  
• Experience in hospital environment
  
• Security certification