Manager, Security

gundersenhealth; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Pet insurance

Retirement contribution

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Emplify Health is seeking an experienced Security Manager to provide strategic leadership for security operations, ensuring a safe environment while advancing organizational goals, operational excellence, and exceptional service.

You will oversee security personnel, manage budgets, and serve as the primary liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. This role supports proactive safety initiatives, risk management, and strong community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field, preferably in law enforcement.
• 2 years of progressive security or law enforcement experience.
• Valid Driver's License (DL) required.
• Prior supervisory or management experience in security or law enforcement.
• Experience collaborating with regulatory agencies and law enforcement partners.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, investigations, incident reporting, and risk mitigation practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with patients, visitors, physicians, staff and public safety agencies.

Skills

Security leadership

Communication

Team development

Regulatory collaboration

Risk mitigation

Incident reporting

Education

Associate degree in a related field (preferably law enforcement)

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Emplify Health is seeking an experienced Security Manager to provide strategic leadership for our security operations, ensuring a safe environment while advancing organizational goals, operational excellence, and exceptional service.

In this leadership role, you will oversee security personnel and department operations, manage budgets and resources, develop team members, and serve as the primary liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. You will play a critical role in supporting our mission through proactive safety initiatives, effective risk management, and strong community partnerships.

What You'll Need:

• Education : Associate degree in a related field Preferably in a law enforcement field
• Experience : 2 years of progressive work experience in security and/or law enforcement.
• License/ Certification: Valid Driver's License (DL), Required
• Prior supervisory or management experience in security or law enforcement.
• Experience collaborating with regulatory agencies and law enforcement partners.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strong knowledge of security operations, investigations, incident reporting, and risk mitigation practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, staff, and public safety agencies.

What's Available:

• FTE : 1.0 FTE
• Schedule : Typically Days Monday-Friday; with willingness to work outside of standard hours based on business needs.
• Location : Onsite - Main Campus La Crosse, WI
• Compensation: starting salary of $86,000 annually with the opportunity for higher compensation based on qualifications, relevant experience

In addition to the rewarding work, you'll receive:

• Competitive Benefits: We offer a comprehensive package including medical, dental, pet insurance, and a generous retirement contribution.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize your well-being with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Professional Development: Invest in your future with our Tuition Invest Program (up to $3,000 per year), access to hundreds of internal courses, and our Career Development Center.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We foster a welcoming environment with an inclusive celebration program, Unconscious Bias Training, and Patient Care resources.
• Additional Perks: Enjoy an 18% discount on your Verizon data plan and a 20% discount on Gundersen services not covered by insurance

PRACTICES AND PROMOTES BEHAVIOR CONSISTENT WITH THE MISSION, VISION AND VALUES :

Mission : Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating.

Vision : Leading with love, we courageously commit to a future of healthy people and thriving communities.

Values: Belonging, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork, Humility

Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest's most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values - belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility - our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

I nterested candidates should apply by October 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM to be considered for this opportunity. Early applications are encouraged as candidate review may begin prior to the application deadline.