The Director of Security is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Security Management, Emergency Management, Buildings/Grounds and Transportation programs for Saint Joseph’s Medical Center. As a member of the management and support services team, overseeing internal and external security functions for SJMC.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify strategies and assist in the development and implementation of programs and training that focuses on personal protection, workplace violence, loss prevention, customer service, crime awareness/prevention and emergency management and disaster recovery.
- Provide support, resources and assistance to staff, visitors and patients on matters involving security.
- Deal appropriately with crisis situations and coordinate appropriate response actions.
- Work closely with external agencies such as local fire, police, and other regulatory agencies that support the needs of the security department and hospital.
- Provide education and in-house training for security staff members through orientation and ongoing informational sessions.
- Lead or assist team members during incident responses to security incidents within the hospital.
- Interview and hire prospective new employees and work closely with Administration and Human Resources regarding disciplinary actions for both union and non-union employees.
- Review and recommend possible upgrades to physical security devices.
- Reviews all security related policies and procedures for compliance with current federal and state standards and regulations and develops new policies or revisions as necessary.
- Advises and consults with other department heads on ways and means to reduce or prevent thefts and property loss incidents using security measures and tools available.
Qualifications/Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related experience. Criminal Justice Major preferred
- 3-5 years appropriate previous experience
License Requirements
- Valid NYS Armed Security Guard License
- Valid NYS unrestricted (full carry) firearm license
- BLS Certification
Salary Range: $125K-$155K
Pay Range$125K-$155K
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience
- Criminal Justice major
- 3-5 years of appropriate previous experience
- Valid New York State Armed Security Guard License
- Valid New York State unrestricted full-carry firearm license
- Basic Life Support Certification
What We Do
Saint Vincent's Services is a behavioral health organization dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for children, youth, and families. Through its community-based behavioral health programs, mental health clinics, and emergency residential programs for adolescents, the agency strives to make the world feel safer for the children in its care, emphasizing a people-first culture and professional growth for its staff.
