Director Security
Company: MedStar Health's Washington Hospital Center
Location: Olney
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Summary
Responsible for working with the VP of Security and hospital
leaders to maintain the security program designed to enhance the
safety and security of staff, patients, visitors and the facility.
Administrative responsibility and accountability for strategic
direction and the operational, personnel and financial activities
of the security department. Serves as a liaison with outside law
enforcement agencies. Must obtain and maintain a connection to
corporate security leadership and State of Maryland and/or District
of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department Special Police Officer
commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and
response, designated as an Unarmed Security Officer, assigned and
deployed within the hospital consistent with the limitations of the
Unarmed SPO commission from Maryland State Police or District of
Columbia Metropolitan Police Department.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training
Bachelor's degree in related field required. Master's degree
preferred.
Experience
---10 years of progressively more responsible job-related security
or law enforcement experience.
---5 years of prior supervisor experience required.
---Experience required in healthcare, university, and/or
hospitality setting (patient-first, customer-first
environment).
License/Certification/Registration
--- Valid driver's license.
--- Commissioned as a Special Police Officer by the State of
Maryland and/or District of District of Columbia Metropolitan
Police Department within 6 months of hire.
--- CHPA Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator preferred.
Certified Protection Professional (CPP) - Board Certified in
Security Management preferred.
--- BLS (CPR) certification required within 60 days of start date.
Must successfully complete all MedStar initial training related to
violence prevention, de-escalation and crisis prevention
intervention.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal
skills. Experience with coaching and developing a high performing
security team. Ability to remain calm and thoughtful during a
crisis. Ability to assist in de-escalating situations with strong
emotions and conflict. Basic computer skills preferred.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1.Develops and contributes to the achievement of established
department goals and objectives and adheres to system and
department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety
standards. Ensures compliance with system/hospital/facility
policies and procedures and governmental/accreditation
regulations.
2.Develops and recommends department operating budget and manages
resources according to approved budget.
3.Selects, trains, orients, and assigns department staff. Develops
standards of performance, evaluates performance, and conducts
performance management planning. Initiates or makes recommendations
for personnel actions. Maintains ongoing communication with
subordinates to review programs, provide feedback, discuss new
developments, and exchange information.
4.Oversees daily operations of department to ensure effective
operations.
5.Ensures that rounds, schedules and directives are maintained
around the clock.
6.Maintains a visitor control and access procedure, including an
associate identification system and a lock and key control
system.
7.Establishes, maintains, and oversees a parking system suited to
the needs of the hospital. Controls, issues, and monitors parking
privileges consistent with hospital policies.
8.Inquires into and investigates matters pertaining to both alleged
losses and thefts and wrongful acts of individuals affecting
hospital security.
9.In cooperation with system security leadership, manages
procurement activities inclu ding vendor selection, purchasing,
receiving, storage, and utilization of equipment, materials, and
supplies, per system guidelines.
10.Testifies at legal proceedings, hearings and trials.
11.When responding to circumstances where the exercise of SPO
authority may be required, takes appropriate measures to secure the
scene, preserve evidence, detain and secure suspected criminal
perpetrators, and assist responding law enforcement authority as
directed. Completes written reports and when subpoenaed or
requested, notifies Legal Counsel for MedStar of same and gains
guidance to testify at legal proceedings, hearings and trials.
12.Obtains detailed reports of incidents involving security and
keeps administration informed of incidents and developments.
13.Maintains a protective and preventive security system and
monitors security operations. Provides technical knowledge to
assist management in the design of department-specific procedures
and coordinates the education component of the security
program.
14.Supervises the maintenance and preparation of records, files,
and other documents.
15.Supervises contract staff and ensures all MedStar requirements
are met with the legal employer of record.
16.Serves as liaison with other healthcare security leaders and
local, county and state law enforcement leaders as necessary.
17.Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the
department and business unit in community outreach efforts.
Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement
teams and maintains effective working relationships with other
departments.
18.Performs other duties as assigned.
About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the
highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington,
D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through
education, innovation and research. Our 30,000 associates and 5,400
affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings across our
health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300
community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association
in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to
research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical
partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is
dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but
also to the continuing education and professional development of
our whole team. MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for
career advancement and personal fulfillment.
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