Hospital Security Operations Leader

BHS Baptist Healthcare System; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a proactive Manager of Security to oversee the Security Services across its hospital campus and affiliated facilities. The role leads security personnel, manages surveillance and access control, and develops security strategies to protect patients, staff, and assets.

Responsibilities include emergency preparedness, investigations, budget oversight, and coordination with leadership and local law enforcement to maintain a safe hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in security with healthcare setting preferred.
• CHSO certification preferred, not required.
• Must obtain Taser/CEW, De‑Escalation, Handcuffing, Defensive tactics within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of Security Services across the hospital campus and affiliated facilities.
• Develop and implement security strategies, emergency preparedness plans, and physical security programs.
• Oversee security personnel, including hiring, coaching, performance management, scheduling, and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Manage security systems, including surveillance, access control, alarms, and other security technologies.
• Lead investigations, incident responses, risk assessments, and security improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership, Facilities, law enforcement, and emergency response agencies to promote a safe environment.
• Manage departmental budgets, contracts, and operational performance while supporting organizational goals.
• Foster a culture of safety, customer service, and continuous improvement across the Security team.

Skills

Leadership

Security management

Incident response

Risk assessment

Budget management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Surveillance systems

Access control

Alarms

Security systems

Job description

Baptist Health is seeking a proactive Manager of Security to oversee the Security Services across its hospital campus and affiliated facilities. The role leads security personnel, manages surveillance and access control, and develops security strategies to protect patients, staff, and assets.

Responsibilities include emergency preparedness, investigations, budget oversight, and coordination with leadership and local law enforcement to maintain a safe hospital environment.