Director of Hospital Security & Safety

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Newton (MA); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Director of Security to oversee safety and security operations at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. You will lead a team, develop policies, and coordinate emergency responses to protect patients and staff.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, incident investigation, system maintenance, and liaison with law enforcement. Strong healthcare leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential for success in this onsite role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Security, or related field.
• 5–7 years of safety and security management experience.
• 3–5 years in a healthcare leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements security policies and procedures for hospital safety.
• Manages daily security staff operations including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Monitors compliance with local, state, and federal safety requirements.
• Coordinates emergency response and drills for staff readiness.
• Collaborates with leadership to assess risks and improve security of assets.
• Investigates security incidents and ensures appropriate follow-up actions.
• Maintains security systems (CCTV, access control, alarms) and liaises with law enforcement.
• Oversees security awareness programs for staff and visitors.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency Planning

Incident Response

Communication

Problem Solving

Calm Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Bachelor's Degree in Security

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

CCTV Systems

Access Control Systems

Job description

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Director of Security to oversee safety and security operations at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. You will lead a team, develop policies, and coordinate emergency responses to protect patients and staff.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, incident investigation, system maintenance, and liaison with law enforcement. Strong healthcare leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential for success in this onsite role.