Security Coordinator Full time Days

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Professional development

Wellbeing fund

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance

Salary increase and incentive bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital seeks a Security Coordinator to support regional Security Services, focusing on training, data analytics, and security systems testing. You will ensure compliance with NM policies and manage documentation and audits.

The role requires communication with leadership, ongoing process improvements, and collaboration with site leaders to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED.
• IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire.
• IAHSS Advanced exam within 180 days of hire.
• Maintain IAHSS Basic and Advanced certification.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Security Services leadership on department needs.
• Identify opportunities for improvement within Security Services at site.
• Ensure compliance with NM and Security Services policies.
• Maintain security metrics for monthly and annual reporting.
• Onboard new hires and oversee training programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Writing skills

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The salary range for this position is $30.89 - $47.88 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world- class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce‑led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

This position will focus on Training.

The Security Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Security Coordinator is responsible for regional Security Services key administrative tasks to include but not limited to security compliance with training, various record keeping, data analytics and security systems testing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for communicating regularly with other Security Services leadership, including but not limited to Program Managers, Regional Manager and Regional Director regarding departmental needs.
• Assists in identifying opportunities for improvement regarding Security Services issues at their site.
• Responsible for seeking and relaying feedback from the team on departmental improvements.
• Oversee the general security monitoring, providing recommendations to ensure compliance with NM and Security Services policies as needed.
• Must maintain personal knowledge of industry standards and technology trends in healthcare security.
• Ensure Security Services employee personnel file documentation is up to date at all times.
• Responsible for collaborating with other site leaders to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist in the rollout and education of new processes in a positive manner, along with development of site and building specific security procedures and policies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, such as department Managers and Directors.
• Responsible for audits and metrics to include but not limited to: Security Performance and Key Performance Indicators to assist with compliance to Security Services policy and procedure.
• Assist in creating a culture that supports NM’s Patients First mission.
• Complete departmental and Environment of Care assessments as directed.
• Oversee the onboarding of new hires and Field Training Officer programs, including orientation, internal training, IAHSS testing, and annual mandatory education and competencies.
• Ensures integrity and timely reporting of security metrics to leadership for monthly and annual reports.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key internal partners to ensure public safety within and around NMHC properties
• Complies with security compliance with regulatory standards, including Environment of Care (EOC), Joint Commission and Illinois Emergency Management Association (IEMA).
• Complies with security laws, regulations, and contract requirements; directs subordinates in enforcing compliance; and maintains relationships with law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and other issuers of security requirements.
• Supports programs based on strategic security services initiatives at the local or system level.
• Promotes and maintains a positive and constructive working environment.
• Other responsibilities as designated in support of organizational priorities.

Qualifications

Required

• High-school diploma or GED
• Successful completion of the IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire
• Successful completion of the IAHSS Advanced exam within 180 days of hire
• Maintain IAHSS Basic and Advanced certification
• Current Basic Life Support Certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals including employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, police, etc.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paperwork that meets departmental standards
• Previous experience in a health care safety and security role or related experience
• Associate’s Degree or two additional years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and customer service orientation, strong problem-solving skills, and strong process improvement skills.
• Valid driver’s license
• Physical Demands Job Role Requirement:

• Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 65 pounds and a push/pull force up to 75 pounds
• Physical ability to lift/assist with heavy objects occasionally
• Physical ability and knowledge to operate a motor vehicle.
• Physical ability to stand and walk during much of work shift patrolling hospital buildings and Grounds

Preferred

• Previous supervisor/management experience
• Military and/or Law Enforcement experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) card

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

NorthwesternMedicine Career Page

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Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed:

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.