Security Operations Manager 2

State of Oregon; Salem, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) seeks a Security Operations Manager 2 to safeguard staff, patients and visitors at the Salem Campus, overseeing OSH Salem Security, Access Control, Patient Movement and Reception Center programs in a 24/7 secured facility.

This full-time, in-office role requires leadership of security teams, policy development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary leadership to improve safety and service quality across the organization.

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

• Oversee Security Operations at the OSH Salem Campus.
• Plan, organize, and manage security, access control, patient movement and reception functions.
• Collaborate with leadership to enhance efficiency, service quality and safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Security supervision

Policy development

Cross-campus collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Security Operations Manager 2

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.

For a full review of the position description, please click here.

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, 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 also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• 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.

Contact Information

Recruiter: Tiffany Gregg

Email: [e-mail]

Phone (text friendly): 503-716-7772

Accommodation Requests (ADA)

OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position. 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.

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”