Security Supervisor

Manages security responsibilities and other assigned duties and tasks. Provides performance improvement plans and results to Director and identified Committees as required. Ensures the meeting of regulatory, training and documentation requirements for both internal and external inspections/reviews of safety and security.

Manages daily scheduling of regular duty shift coverage, special assignments, training functions and employee time off requests.

Timely processing of Payroll impartially and accurately within policy and procedures.

Supervises assigned Security personnel and daily activities of the security staff across three shifts. Schedules staff to accommodate the needs of the facility. Takes action to ensure that staffing needs are met, including, but not limited to hiring temporary staff, calling in staff, etc. Carries out annual and on-going staff performance evaluations in a timely manner.

Establishes staff training guidelines for supervisors to help enhance skill-set development of subordinates. Monitors compliance with training objectives and reports results to appropriate leadership and committees. Mentors staff and future leaders toward achieving high levels for potential growth and success.

Actively participates in assigned committees and project-task forces in areas of responsibility as well as special requests. Provides consultations and advice and acts upon those recommendations that are approved for action.

Monitor operational systems including, but not limited to controlled access, video surveillance, alarms, infant security, radio and communications. Reviews computerized incident report to assess recent activity.

Oversee any assigned software/hardware/security systems as necessary.

As needed, conducts and/or oversees investigations and debriefings in crisis intervention involving patients, visitors and/or staff. Maintains appropriate levels of privacy while providing sufficient levels of information to concerned audiences.

Advises department and unit leadership and others on areas of expertise so that best possible outcomes can be reached. Compromises when appropriate on procedural areas while maintaining a solid footing on Security Department and policy needs.

Via meetings or identified reports, keeps the department Director updated on emergencies, areas and topics of current, on-going or developing concern.

Assists the Manager/Director in assessing the department’s budget priorities and in managing expenses. Documents variances such that they can be are readily explained and approved by the Director. Assists the Director in submitting capital or operating project materials on routine and emergent projects.

Conducts proactive risk and threat assessments that address areas identified in hazard vulnerability analysis and other industry standards, guidelines and best practices.

Monitors the activities and duties of assigned staff and supervises the actions of department Supervisors to ensure reports, assignments, training requirements, and department policies and procedures are completed on time and in compliance.

Ensures connected Facility Security and Parking systems are maintained in a functional state. Recommends new and/or improved systems detailed with benefits provided, potential concerns for consideration, detailed expenditures with total costs and implementation timelines.

Carries out internal security investigations as needed; collaborates with local, state and federal officials as appropriate.

Periodically patrols SVMC facility to ensure overall safety of facility and offices. Checks interior and exterior door, locks, windows, etc.

Carries out parking inspection to ensure employees are parked legally; and/or fire lane, handicapped parking spots are being used appropriately.

Coordinates issuance or service of legal orders such as No Trespass Orders and Behavioral Agreements to parties as necessary or required by policy and procedures.

Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum Education:
  • Associates degree in Criminal Justice, Security, Business Administration, or Security related field preferred.
• Minimum Work Experience:
  • Five (5) years of security or law enforcement supervisory experience or significantly similar management experience.
  • Experience using and knowledge of Environment of Care Standards under The Joint Commission related directly to Security preferred
• Required Licenses/ Certifications:
  • • Valid Vermont State Driver’s license required.
    • Upon conditional offer of employment, must be able to successfully pass Motor Vehicle Record Check in accordance with SVHC insurance requirements.