Hospital Security Officer Supervisor - Safety & Security
The University of Iowa Health Care department of Safety and Security is seeking a Hospital Security Officer Supervisor to provide administrative supervision for hospital security officers, clerks, and temporary staff. This position will collaborate with dispatch, fire safety, nursing services, University police, and all other key stakeholders to enhance safety and security within UI Health Care. This Hospital Security Officer Supervisor will support the Security Supervisor and Manager to ensure their security staff maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff with the buildings and on the ground of UI Health Care.
- Oversee daily Safety and Security operations to maintain a safe and secure environment.
- Assist in managing, coordinating, and scheduling the Safety and Security team.
- Assist in hiring, development, and training of new hires.
- Assist in managing the performance and providing support for Safety and Security staff.
- Administratively supervises Hospital Security Officers, Clerks, and temporary staff.
- Assigns work and provide support for Safety and Security staff.
- Clearly communicate expectations and provide direction for your shift.
- Communicate with Security Supervisor and Manager regarding daily operations.
- Perform and sign performance appraisal for hospital security officers
- Manage the performance of security staff, including coaching, counseling, and progressive discipline.
- Reviews needs for hospital security by patrolling the medical complex.
- Meeting with representatives of various hospital departments.
- Reading and approving written reports prepared by security officers.
- Reviewing service requests.
- Working with various contractors, and as necessary meeting with representatives from the University Department of Public Safety.
- Approve payroll, time off requests, overtime, and other leaves.
- Prepares various administrative reports including those for payroll, overtime and part-time reports, monthly theft reports, and proposed revisions to general procedure and operations manual.
- Participate in work groups as needed including community service and/or community relations.
- Conducts investigations and writes reports as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Percent of Time: 100%
Location: University Campus
Pay Grade: 13
Shift: 2nd or 3rd shift
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Five years’ experience in security or law enforcement work, at least three years of which is at least comparable to the work of the Hospital Security Officer.
- Ability to obtain the Supervisor certification from the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within 6 months of hire and maintain certification for duration of employment.
Special Qualifications/Licenses:
Desirable Qualifications
- 1 – 3 years of supervisory experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficiency in computer software applications
- Knowledge of security/law enforcement procedures
- Experience in C-Cure, Perspective, and Victor
- Trained in Crisis Intervention Techniques (CIT) procedures
- CPR certified
- MOAB Certified
- Stop the Bleed training certified
- IAHSS certified
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
Additional questions, please reach out to Haley Resewehr at haley-resewehr@uiowa.edu
Applicant Resource Center –
Need help submitting an application or accepting an offer? Support is available!
Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.
Hours:
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00
Or by appointment
Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
