Security Supervisor - Day Shift - University Hospital (10121) (Security)
Join our REMARKABLE Healthcare team as a Security Supervisor.
Play a critical role in keeping patients, visitors and staff safe at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin.
We are seeking a Security Supervisor to:
- Supervise, assign and evaluate the activities of shift personnel, ensuring adherence to department and UW Health policies and procedures.
- Plan daily assignments and conduct daily briefings for security operations.
- Assess shift personnel and equipment needs.
Education:
Minimum - High School Diploma.
Preferred - College degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum - Two (2) years relevant work related experience.
Preferred - Five (5) years hospital security/supervision experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Minimum - Valid Driver's License. Completion of IAHSS Supervisor Certification within 6 months of hire
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
- Must be 21 years of age to drive UW Health Fleet vehicle and must be 25 years of age to drive a UW Health vehicle rated for 15 or more passengers.
- Ability to be insured by Hospital's risk management insurer which requires (1) a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and (2) successfully passing a driving background check.
- Ability to don and wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, face shields, goggles, gowns, masks, powered air-purifying respirator, and issued ballistic vest protection while on duty.
- Knowledge of the laws and rules applicable to security within UWH; including Wisconsin Statutes, Wisconsin Administrative Code and ability to learn and enforce UWH policies and procedures, and UWH Work rules.
- Ability to acquire and retain knowledge of UWH facilities.
- Ability to operate radio communications equipment.
- Strong communication skills, especially listening and recounting information during high stress conditions.
- Knowledge of verbal and non-verbal tactics to safely de-escalate volatile situations and communicate with all individuals.
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to write accurate and detailed reports.
- Skill in operating a motor vehicle in a safe manner.
- Knowledge of current crime prevention methods and procedures.
- Skill in detecting and locating smoke, unusual odors, and running water, which may indicate safety problems.
- Maintain certification in the use of personal protective equipment for biological and chemical threats at Level C, including protective suit and Powered Air Respirators.
- Knowledge and skill with computer systems, including the use of spreadsheets, word processing programs, e-mail systems, and reporting/dispatch documentation software.
- Ability to use non-violent crisis intervention techniques, trained defense tactics, restraint tactics to assist with resolution of disturbances.
- Knowledge of security practices used in safeguarding persons and property. This includes a high degree of knowledge and skill in communications, access, alarms, and camera systems.
- Ability to train, coach, motivate, evaluate, document and direct the work of others.
A Supervisor must complete and be granted access through an application for unescorted access designed by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to determine trustworthiness and reliability as defined in the NRC's regulations in Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 37. A supervisor must maintain unescorted access authorization throughout employment with Security Services department.
Physical Requirements:
Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets.
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position scheduled to work day shifts, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with occasional weekends and rotating holidays being required. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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