Hospital Security Supervisor — Lead Frontline Officers

10 HOSP Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead front‑line Security Officer teams and ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and volunteers while supporting quality patient care.

The role emphasizes training, counseling, shift supervision, patrol oversight, emergency response and policy enforcement to maintain a secure campus and compliant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum three years security experience, preferably in a hospital.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License required.
• IAHSS Supervisory training certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to Security Officers through counseling, mentorship and training resources.
• Schedule and direct work assignments for security staff.
• Perform on-foot patrols and enforce hospital policies and procedures.
• Assist clinical staff with patient restraint and secure monitoring as directed.
• Respond to emergencies including alarms, bomb threats and security incidents.
• Operate Security Control Center and dispatch using CAD, CCTV and radios.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain logs for data collection.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Healthcare security experience

Verbal and written communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

IAHSS Supervisory training certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Security Supervisor to lead front‑line Security Officer teams and ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff and volunteers while supporting quality patient care.

The role emphasizes training, counseling, shift supervision, patrol oversight, emergency response and policy enforcement to maintain a secure campus and compliant operations.