SUMMARY

The Security Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the security personnel and operations for the institution. The position is responsible for ensuring the safety of patients, staff, visitors, and assets. This role involves strategic planning, policy development, training, risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and coordination with university police to maintain a secure environment. BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay

Paid Time Off, available day one

Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

Paid Parental Leave Benefit

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Education Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field Additional years of directly related experience may be considered in lieu of stated degree requirement

Experience 5 years or more of Security Management experience, preferably in a healthcare setting Knowledge of healthcare security best practices, regulatory requirements, and emergency response planning

Preferred Licenses and Certifications CHPA – Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator certification is a plus JOB DUTIES Security Management: Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and protocols in alignment with healthcare regulations and industry best practices.

Risk Assessment: Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.

Emergency Preparedness: Develop and oversee emergency response plans, ensuring readiness for incidents such as active threats, natural disasters, and medical emergencies.

Staff Supervision: Lead and manage the security team, including supervisors and managers, coordinate hiring, direct training, ensure scheduling, and performance evaluations.

Collaboration: Work closely with hospital administration, clinical leadership and University Police leaders, to enhance security operations.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including HIPAA requirements.

Budget Management: Develop and manage the security division’s budget, including equipment procurement, employee compensation and staff training programs.

Community Engagement: Establish and maintain relationships with community partners to support institutional security initiatives. SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.