Security Operations Manager 2

Oregon Health Authority; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 7,500 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Health Authority seeks a Security Operations Manager 2 to oversee the Salem campus security programs, including access control, patient movement, and reception operations, ensuring the safety of staff, patients and visitors. This full‑time, in‑office role requires strong leadership, program planning, and the ability to align security services with organizational goals across multiple teams.

Salary range is listed for the position, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience.
• Three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage OSH Salem Security, Access Control, Patient Movement, and Reception Center programs.
• Ensure safety of staff, patients, and visitors at a 24/7 secure facility.
• Collaborate with leadership to standardize security protocols across campuses and improve service quality.

Skills

Leadership experience

Management experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The primary purpose of the Security Operations Manager 2 is to ensure the safety and security of staff, patients and visitors by managing the OSH Salem Security, Access Control, Patient Movement, and Reception Center programs. This position plans, organizes and manages these functions at the Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus, a 24/7 secured facility with the capacity to serve up to 559 patients.

Initial Posting Date 09/08/2026

Application Deadline 09/19/2026

Agency Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range $7,537 - $11,657

Position Type Employee

Position Title Security Operations Manager 2

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience
• OR
• Three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes

• Experience aligning a large team with organizational goals and managing large- and small-scale projects.
• Experience in supervising and coaching security supervisory staff.
• Experience in standardizing protocols across multiple campuses for consistent, reliable service.
• Experience in modeling and reinforcing professional values such as professionalism, service, and excellence.
• Experience in collaborating with multi-disciplinary leadership to enhance efficiency, service quality, and safety.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing hospital‑wide policies and procedures.
• Experience in evaluating program effectiveness and adjusting priorities to meet objectives.
• Experience in developing staff capabilities and supporting continuous improvement in security and access control teams.
• Experience communicating effectively with leadership, management, employees, and patients.
• Experience and demonstrated leadership success in managing security teams to bring about a workplace culture that is respectful, inclusive, equitable, and trauma informed and focused on workplace safety.
• Experience in evaluation of incidents.

Special Qualifications

• Valid Oregon driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

About The Team & Benefits Of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for a full‑time, permanent, management service Security Operations Manager 2 position based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is an in‑office position. “Review Section 4: Working Conditions” in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I‑9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E‑Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources – including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools – are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on protected class including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation – and does not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. OHA is an anti‑racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.