Supervisor, Police & Security

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, and resolves day‑to‑day operational issues based on department requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in and provide input to staffing decisions (e.g., hiring, firing, promotion).
• Handle and resolve day‑to‑day operational issues and problems.
• Assist with department budget preparation and monitoring.
• Evaluate, discipline, and schedule staff as appropriate.
• Provide reporting as needed.
• Maintain a working relationship with local agencies.
• Review reports of subordinates for accuracy, content, and grammar.
• Train staff, ensure staff obtain and maintain required certifications, and track certification progress.
• Maintain all security systems and department‑issued equipment.
• Functionally referred to as Lieutenant.

Requirements

• Six (6) years of security‑related or law‑enforcement experience, **or** Act 120 training (PA State Police Act Police Academy or Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers) with at least two (2) years of experience in law enforcement or a security‑related field.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Law‑enforcement background preferred.
• Good knowledge of common technical applications, such as Microsoft Office products, preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potentially combative situations.
• Psychological fitness to handle stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
• Physical fitness sufficient for full‑body motion, strength, stamina, crisis interventions, and medical emergencies.
• Good hand/eye coordination and ability to pass an eye and hearing test with appropriate correction.
• Ability to perform as a security officer when necessary.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• Act 235 – All state‑mandated paperwork submitted within 6 months of hire and processed within 9 months (PA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) / Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Valid driver’s license.
• UPMC Physical Fitness Standard.
• Act 235 with Firearms (renewal required).
• Act 235 without Firearms (renewal required).
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting (renewal required).
• Act 33 (renewal required).
• Act 34 (renewal required).
• Act 501 (renewal required).
• Act 73 (renewal required).
• FBI Clearance (renewal required).

Benefits

• $15,000 sign‑on bonus for a two‑year full‑time commitment.
• Up to five weeks of paid time off annually, plus seven paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per academic year for employees and dependents.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.

Schedule

This position may be scheduled for night and weekend shifts.