The University Of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is located in La Plata, Maryland. The hospital has approximately 110 beds, and approximately 260,000 sq. ft. of space. There are five Operating Rooms, approximately 41 Exam/Treatments rooms in the Emergency Department, a Wound Care Center, and Infusion Center located within the hospital campus. CRMC also operates approximately Medical Practices, to include an Endoscopy Center, and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center that are located off-site all within an approximate five-mile radius of the main hospital Campus.

Job Description:

The Security Manager would be responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Assist in the planning, implementation and coordinating of safety and security programs to reduce risk to patients, staff, and visitors. Will serve as a lead on Workplace Violence initiatives.

This position leads and manages the day-to-day operations and workflows of the Security Department. This role develops, reviews, and updates policies and procedures. This position is a key stakeholder in the planning and development of new security strategies to serve the organizational needs for both the main hospital campus, and all off-site buildings. Acts as a liaison with other hospital Leaders and local law enforcement to facilitate and foster collaborative relationships. The Security Manager supports the organizations mission, vision, and values through leading by example as well as coaching and mentoring staff. Sets example by being visible, engaged and available. Flexing time to be available for staff on all shifts. It is an expectation of this role to focus on continuous team building and consistent, accurate communications related to all department and hospital activities, and initiatives with staff.

This role will also serve as an active member on the hospital Environment of Care Committee. Assists the Director of Facilities in the preparation and monitoring of the security budget as requested. Coordinates planning and preparedness activities for the continued development and maintenance of the hospital’s Emergency Preparedness Plans as directed by the Director of Facilities.

Conducts Security Hazard Risk Assessments (HVA’s) at the hospital and at each of the CRMC off-site buildings at least annually.

Qualifications:

Four – six years of experience as supervisory security officer, or law enforcement is required. Previous Management experience is preferred. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Additional Information:

• Knowledge of Life Safety, Joint Commission of Healthcare Accreditation preferred.
• Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) Workplace violence training/certification within the first 3 months of hire.
• International Association of Healthcare Security Services (IAHSS) Basic Course training/certification within the first 3 months of hire.
• IAHSS Workplace Violence Prevention Program Certification within the first 3 months of hire.

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