Supervisor Security - Full Time - Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Security Supervisor to oversee security operations. This role involves managing security officers, conducting patrols, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations, particularly in a healthcare setting, and possess strong supervisory skills. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and employee well-being, where your contributions will help shape a safer future for all.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Prepaid tuition assistance

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in security guard operations, preferably in healthcare.
• Supervisory experience managing security personnel.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise security officers during shifts.
• Conduct patrols and inspections for safety and security.
• Prepare reports and ensure compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Supervision

Interpersonal Skills

Security Operations

Patrol Procedures

Education

High School Diploma/GED

4+ years experience in security

1+ years supervisory experience

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary:

• Responsible for security during assigned shift including scheduling of officers and maintaining appropriate records. Properly supervises and manages all Security Officers during their tour of duty.

Responsibilities:

• Schedules duty assignments for shift security guard force and periodically checks with assigned personnel to ensure that assigned duties are properly carried out and that officers are on post.
• Inspects uniforms, equipment, and personal appearance of assigned personnel.
• Conducts random patrols of hospital premises for general security, safety, and fire protection purposes.
• Directs and conducts preliminary investigations of alleged criminal acts on hospital premises.
• Directs removal or apprehension of unauthorized or suspicious persons on hospital premises.
• Prepares department operations reports as required.
• Oversees the operations training for newly hired shift security officers.
• Completes time cards for assigned shift.
• Interacts with all PAH employees, staff, visitors, and patients in a cordial, helpful, and professional manner.
• Ensures that all Security generated paperwork is entered into the computer in a timely manner.
• Prepares weekly Security Officer schedules.
• Answers calls for service in and around the hospital.
• Conducts periodic fire drills in and around the hospital.
• Completes payroll for Security.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions.
• Performs duties and exhibits behaviors consistent with the care philosophy of Pennsylvania Hospital.

Credentials:

• PA Act - Trng to Cry Lthl Wpns (Required)
• Pennsylvania Act 235 certification required upon completion of six months of employment.
• Driver's License (Required)
• Current, active, unrestricted driver's license required.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Equivalent Experience: 4+ years extensive experience in security guard force operations, preferably in a healthcare setting; 1+ years supervisory experience.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program, including one of the region's finest prepaid tuition assistance programs. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, or any other status protected by law.