Manager Police and Security
Job Summary
Oversees and supervisors the Police and Security team with primary emphasis placed on the protection of life and asset. Directs personnel involved in establishing, promoting, and maintaining hospital security. Maintains efficient and effective department operation and does so while adhering to all federal and state regulatory standards.
Job Duties
- Directs the operations and staff of the Police and Security Department; assures safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff.
- Supervises areas of responsibility and staff reporting to security services leadership at the Medical Center.
- Evaluates staff performance; reviews and signs all performance appraisals; recommends promotions, pay increases, disciplinary actions, etc.; reviews recommended actions submitted by supervisors; handles employee grievances, as required.
- Assures compliance with TJC standards as well as other local, state, and federal regulatory bodies (OSHA, Department of Health, etc.) as it relates to security services.
- Monitors the operation, maintenance and effectiveness of all electronic intrusion, and access control, and video surveillance security systems to assure the proper operability and integrity of equipment.
- Meets reporting requirements established by the police and security leadership.
- Respond to acts of violence at Geisinger owned or controlled properties and potentially engage in the use of force as governed by Pennsylvania Law and Geisinger policy.
- Carry, properly handle, maintain proficiency, and be able to deploy lethal and less lethal weapons as prescribed by federal/state law and Geisinger policy.
- Tasked with the ability to effect arrests for certain criminal offenses, and issue PA state citations for certain criminal and traffic offenses, using specific law enforcement applications such as the PA Justice Network.
- Perform as a Geisinger Security Officer when necessary.
- Handle and manage evidence pertaining to criminal incidents occurring in/on Geisinger owned properties.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Position Details
Position Details:
- Relevant experience may include a combination of work experience and degree obtained (Associate’s Degree = 2 years; Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years).
- Experience: 2 years’ experience in law enforcement
- Act 120 Training or equivalent (PA State Police Academy, out of state law enforcement academy, Federal Law enforcement academy).
- Act 235 certification ( prerequisite).
- Chosen applicant's role is contingent upon successful completion of any related background checks and court petitions
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)Experience
Minimum of 7 years-Relevant experience* (Required), Minimum of 3 years-Managerial/Supervisory (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Pennsylvania Act 235 Certification within 6 months - Pennsylvania State Police; Pennsylvania Act 501 Private Police Designation within 6 months - Pennsylvania State Police; Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body; Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months - Default Issuing BodySkills
Builds Relationships; Manages Projects And Functions; Mentoring SkillsAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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