Lead-Security Officer

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Health in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a security leader for the 2nd shift. You will act as the primary lead for the security team, maintaining a safe environment for personnel and guests while supervising and mentoring staff.

You will coordinate tasks, manage priorities, and resolve complex security issues, ensuring operational excellence. This role requires a strong compliance mindset and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Drivers License within 3 months of hire.
• Wisconsin Concealed Weapons License (CCW) within 90 days of hire date.
• Preferred: BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Law Enforcement background.
• Preferred: Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed.
• Preferred: Security Professional credentialed.
• Preferred: Security Guard specializing in Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary lead for the security team, maintaining a protected environment for all personnel and guests.
• Engage in supervising, mentoring, and assessing the performance of team members.
• Support operational excellence by coordinating tasks, managing priorities, and facilitating effective resolution of issues.
• Execute the standard responsibilities and functions of a security professional.
• Champion a collaborative culture; audit team documentation for precision, intelligibility, and detail.
• Examine, report, and oversee security events and risks while resolving high-level concerns.

Skills

Security leadership

Team mentoring

Operations coordination

Incident reporting

Risk assessment

Education

High school diploma/GED + 2 years experience

Associate's degree

Technical degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Facility: St. Joseph

Department: Security

Schedule: Full-time /2nd Shift

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Act as a primary lead for the security team, maintaining a protected environment for all personnel and guests.

• Engage in supervising, mentoring, and assessing the performance of team members.

• Support operational excellence by coordinating tasks, managing priorities, and facilitating effective resolution of issues.

• Execute the standard responsibilities and functions of a security professional.

• Champion a collaborative culture; audit team documentation for precision, intelligibility, and detail.

• Examine, report, and oversee security events and risks while resolving high-level concerns.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License credentialed from the Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

• Wisconsin Concealed Weapons License (CCW) to be obtained within 90 days (3 months) of hire date or job transfer date required.

One or more of the following are preferred:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA).

• Law Enforcement.

• Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc.

• Security Professional.

• Security Guard specializing in Healthcare.

Education:

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

Prior security or law enforcement experience.

Background in lead or supervisory roles preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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