IMH Supervisor Public Safety

UChicago Medicine; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital in the greater Chicagoland area is seeking a Public Safety Supervisor (Lieutenant) to oversee daily operations of the Public Safety Department and supervise staff, ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors. This 100% onsite role requires uniformed service and shift coverage.

The position carries responsibilities including training, incident review, system maintenance, and compliance with licensing and FEMA/IAHSS certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred.
• 1-3 years healthcare security/public safety leadership experience required.
• State of Illinois 40-hour armed security officer certification required.
• Must obtain CHSS and FEMA IC courses within six months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Public Safety Department.
• Supervise staff, create work schedules, and respond to incidents.
• Maintain licensing, training, and certifications for staff.
• Provide basic emergency medical assistance (CPR, tourniquet).
• Participate in Emergency Management and Environment of Care Committees.

Skills

Public safety leadership

Staff supervision

Emergency management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in criminal justice or related field

Tools

Security systems knowledge

CPR/AED

Job description

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system,

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as an Public Safety Supervisor (Lieutenant) in the Public Safety Department. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

The primary function of this position will be to oversee the daily operations of the Public Safety Department. The incumbent will manage Public Safety staff in providing a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors in or around the hospital property area. In addition, the position will safely guard hospital property, equipment and supplies. The position will be required to work as a uniformed Public Safety Officer, in order to supplement Public Safety staff on all shifts, as needed. Rotating shifts may be required to address staffing needs of the 24/7 department. This is an armed position.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in Operational Excellence initiatives to mitigate waste and enhance productivity within the department. Monitors employee productivity and monitors all employee paperwork for accuracy.
• Provides direct supervision for all staff assigned to them; Prepares work schedules and shift assignments; Assists with the maintenance and testing of all security related systems and vehicles; Reviews all incident reports; Provides daily activity summary for Director; oversees training and development of new hires; Provides basic emergency medical assistance, including CPR and tourniquet application when necessary; Ensures all staff are compliant with required licensing, training and competencies.
• Serves as member of Emergency Management and Environment of Care Committees.
• Demonstrates the ability to respond positively to change in order to maximize the opportunity, minimize the problem, and provide support to staff during times of change. Displays a positive and supportive attitude and represents the department and the hospital in a positive manner to all. The ability to deal effectively, empathetically, but professionally with patients and the general public. Treat all people with dignity and maintain a courteous and pleasant attitude to all patients, family members and staff.
• Proactively seeks out information needed to satisfy customer requirements. Remains professional and helpful when interfacing with customers who might be confused, upset or angry. Anticipates challenges and takes reasonable risks in satisfying customer needs across functions. Follows up with customers to ensure appropriate solutions. Contributes to a positive work environment and hospital culture by exhibiting and nurturing service excellence concepts.
• Maintains current and valid driver’s license and FOID Card as well as certifications for firearm, expandable baton, chemical aerosol weapons, handcuffing, defensive tactics, CPI, CPR, IAHSS and required FEMA IC S 100, 200, 700 and 800 level courses. Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations which affect position.
• Sets and attains goals for improving personal performance. Seeks opportunities for staff and individual enhancement of knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field is preferred.
• One to three years of previous experience in healthcare security / public safety leadership and knowledge of security systems, procedures and enforcement codes is required.
• Experience and Training:
• Minimum of five to seven years of previous experience in healthcare security or public safety field is required
• State of Illinois 40-Hour Armed Security Officer Certification (Semi-Automatic firearm) is required
• IAHSS Basic and Advanced Healthcare Security Officer Certification is preferred
• Working knowledge of healthcare regulatory compliance standards and Illinois criminal law.
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid Illinois Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) Card
• State of Illinois 40-Hour Armed Security Officer Certification (Semi-Automatic firearm)
• State of Illinois Firearm Control Card (issued after hire and upon arrival from State of Illinois)
• CPR Certification
• CPI Certification (completed upon hire)
• Must obtain IAHSS Certified Healthcare Security Supervisor (CHSS) and Health and Safety certifications within six months of appointment.
• Must complete required FEMA IC S 100, 200, 700 and 800 level courses within six months of appointment.

Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Full-time (1.0)
• Shift: 12 hr, Rotating- 6:00pm - 6:30am, 6:00am - 6:30pm
• The position will require you to work as a uniformed Public Safety Officer, in order to supplement Public Safety staff on all shifts, as needed. Rotating shifts may be required to address staffing needs of the 24/7 department
• Unit/Department: Security Department
• CBA Code: Non-Union

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