Director - Security - ProHealth Care Job Listing at ProHealth Care in Waukesha, WI (Job ID A06013C8-7D38-4)

Description

Schedule: Days - 1st Shift

At ProHealth Care, we are committed to creating a safe, secure, and healing environment for our patients, visitors, and team members across all our care settings. Serving Waukesha County and the surrounding communities, ProHealth Care is a leading integrated health system known for clinical excellence, compassionate care, and a strong commitment to employee well-being.

The Director of Security plays a critical role in protecting our people, facilities, and mission—leading a system-wide security strategy that supports safe care delivery today and into the future.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resource Officer, the Director of Security provides strategic and operational leadership for ProHealth Care's comprehensive, system-wide security program. This leader is accountable for ensuring a safe and secure environment across all ProHealth Care facilities while proactively addressing workplace violence prevention, loss prevention, and criminal activity mitigation.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight

• Set the strategic direction and guiding philosophies for a secure organizational environment across all ProHealth Care sites

• Identify, plan, and implement security programs, strategies, and training initiatives to prevent workplace violence and criminal activity

• Conduct enterprise-wide security risk assessments to reduce exposure to potential harm for patients, visitors, and staff

• Oversee security needs for all existing facilities and new construction projects

Operations, Crisis & Compliance Management

• Lead, command, or coordinate security response during crisis and emergency situations

• Serve as the primary liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies

• Ensure ongoing compliance with Joint Commission standards and regulatory requirements

• Develop, write, and update security policies, procedures, and the Security Management Plan

Technology, Equipment & Infrastructure

• Oversee the management, installation, and maintenance of security technology including CCTV, alarm systems, panic buttons, lockdown systems, and access control platforms

• Ensure appropriate equipment, tools, and training are in place for all security staff

People & Financial Leadership

• Oversee system-wide security staffing models, including current and future workforce needs

• Lead and support Valet Services operations, including staff oversight and budget management

• Prepare, recommend, and manage the annual security and valet services budgets, operating within approved financial parameters

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Security Management, Law Enforcement Management, or related field preferred)

• 7+ years of managerial leadership experience (IAHSS Accreditation, CHPA, Security Management, or Law Enforcement Management preferred)

• 3–5 years of safety or security leadership experience in a healthcare environment required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong business acumen with demonstrated analytical and strategic planning capabilities

• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, highly collaborative healthcare environment

• Working knowledge of state laws, city ordinances, and healthcare regulatory standards

• Experience with workplace violence prevention programs and emergency/crisis response

Background

• Police or paramilitary background strongly preferred

Why Join ProHealth Care: 

We have nearly 5,000 dedicated clinical and non-clinical employees and physicians who work together every day to serve the health and well-being of our community. At ProHealth Care everyone contributes to the care our patients receive. And, everyone is treated with kindness and respect in our welcoming environment.

This Position Will Offer You:

• Engaging and community focused culture
• Competitive Salaries
• Opportunity for professional career growth
• Robust benefits for full-time and regular part-time roles, including Generous PTO; Choices in insurance; HSA; Tuition reimbursement; immediate 401K match; discounted tickets to various entertainment, social, and sporting events

ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.