Supervisor, Police & Security

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Benefits package

Job summary

UPMC Harrisburg Hospital is seeking a Supervisor, Police & Security to lead the hospital's security team during the night shift. You will oversee staff, coordinate with hospital management, and help maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.

The role combines frontline policing and administrative duties, including scheduling, budgeting input, and ensuring certifications are current. You will work with local agencies as needed to uphold safety goals and respond to

Qualifications

• Supervision of police and security staff.
• Ensure safety for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Coordinate with hospital management on safety goals.
• Track staff certifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in staffing decisions and scheduling.
• Oversee daily operations and resolve issues.
• Monitor department budget and expenditures.
• Maintain security systems and equipment.
• Liaise with local law enforcement as needed.

Job description

Are you a law enforcement professional looking to join a team centered around UPMC's core values of Quality and Safety? UPMC is excited to be hiring for a Supervisor, Police & Security opening at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. This position will be scheduled for night shift.

Why Choose UPMC?

Whether you are mid-career, retired, considering retirement, or looking for a change of pace from traditional law enforcement, UPMC offers:

• Generous Sign-On Bonus: Kickstart your journey with a $15,000 sign-on bonus when you commit to a full-time position for two years
• Up to five weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year, available to employees and their dependents
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Care for your total well-being with UPMC’s robust benefits package – physically, financially, and emotionally

Purpose:

Works with and oversees other members of the Police and Security Team to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees at the hospital facility. In addition to performing as a member of the Police and Security Team, this position also handles administrative tasks, supervises other police and security members, and works harmoniously with hospital management to meet safety goals. Assists with budget preparation and monitoring. Handles and resolves day to day operational issues based on department requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in and provides input to staffing decisions (e.g., hiring, firing, promotion).
• Handles and resolves day to day operational issues and problems.
• Assists with department budget preparation and monitoring.
• Responsible for evaluating, disciplining and scheduling staff as appropriate.
• Provides reporting as needed.
• Maintains a working relationship with local agencies.
• Reviews reports of subordinates for accuracy, content, and grammar as needed.
• Trains staff, ensures that staff obtain and maintain certifications as required and tracks certification progress.
• Maintains all security systems and department issued equipment.
• Functionally referred to as Lieutenant.