Director of Security

The Director of Security develops and directs Eagleville Hospital’s Security Program. Provides an ongoing assessment of its effectiveness. Determines areas of risk and provide training in safety/security to staff, and contracts staff as needed.

Qualifications and Competencies

1. Develop and implement Safety/Security Program
   • Determine and mitigate areas of risk on campus.
   • Instructs staff in search methods and protocols.
   • Provide training for new hires.
   • Make suggestions/recommendations to supervisor and/or administrative team to improve safety and security on campus.
   • Assist in the placement, implementation, administration and training of automated security system.
   • Maintain records for automated system and utilizes as management tool.
   • Responsible for development and writing of new security related policies and procedures and for annual review, and update of all security related policies and procedures.
   • Protect and safeguard Hospital / client / staff belongings / property.  
   • Continuously seek improvements in safety/security program and methods.
   • Ensure safety and security by maintaining security logs, monitoring alarms and security personnel.
2. Provide support and assistance to nursing supervisor on scheduled shift
   • Assist with management of patient disturbances
   • Works closely with the Director of Operations to create disaster/and or crisis preparedness plans.
   • Assist Police Officers when they are called to campus.
   • Oversee Parole Officer’s removal of patients for violation.
   • Responsible for providing assistance to help staff improve performance and for requesting replacement staff if performance is problematic.
   • Manage schedule of security staff assuring coverage for PTO days, and sick calls
3. Communication
   • Complete incident reports for safety security related incidents.
4. Provide expertise in all campus / staff / patient concerns related to safety and security
   • Maintain order within the facility and enforce hospital rules and regulations.
   • Make suggestions/recommendations to supervisor and/or administrative team to improve safety and security on campus.
   • Maintain order within the facility and enforce hospital rules and regulations. 
   • Conduct security patrols throughout campus.
   • Proficient in video surveillance and reviewing of recorded tapes, when required.
   • Skilled and timely use of radio or telephone communication to police, fire or emergency agencies as the situation dictates.
   • Proficient in the use of ECS radio system and telephone communication.
   • Assist with follow up investigation of safety / security incidents, as requested.
   • Performs periodic and random security inspections and prepares security reports, as necessary.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Qualifications

5-7 years security or law enforcement experience

2-4 years experience with psychiatric, substance use and co-occurring patients; ability to engage and interact well with both patients and staff; ability to take charge in difficult situations, and robust leadership skills. Good decision-making skills and strong oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Occasional heavy lifting to assist in moving or restraining patients (approx. 100-350 lbs.). Medium lifting of 25-75 lbs. required on a regular basis to assist with transporting items: e.g., patient belongings, supplies and equipment.

Extensive walking and standing; good oral and written communication skills.