• Job Description

  Req#: REQ-134989

  Initial Posting Date:

  08/21/2023

  Application Deadline:

  08/31/2023

  Agency:

  Oregon Health Authority

  Salary Range:

  $5,079 - $7,861

  Position Type:

  Employee

  Position Title:

  Security Operations Supervisor (Security Operations Supervisor 2) - Oregon State Hospital, Salem Campus - Weekend Night Shift

  Job Description:

  This is a full-time, permanent, management service position which is not represented by a union.

  NOTE: An updated resume and cover letter are required to be attached to your application. See additional information section below.

  The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon State Hospital (OSH) is recruiting for a Security Operations Supervisor in Salem, Oregon to manage daily hospital security operations including perimeter patrol, contraband search and seizure, ground and physical security, access control, and dispatching units.

  Shift: Friday – Sunday 5:30 PM to 7:20 AM

  The Oregon State Hospital provides patient-centered, psychiatric treatment for adults from throughout the state who need hospital-level care. Our primary goal is to help people recover from their illness and return to the community. Our services include psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as community outreach and peer support. Watch “Welcome to the Oregon State Hospital” video here.

  You will work in a secure, seven-day-a-week facility and may work holidays and weekends if assigned. Daily onsite presence is necessary though occasional telework may be approved. You may be required to work hours that are subject to change with little notice, and/or work hours that exceed regular schedules.

  What will you do?
  As a Security Operations Supervisor, you will perform the following duties:

  • Manage daily hospital security operations such as perimeter patrol, contraband search and seizure, physical security, access control, unit dispatch, integrity of secured perimeter, visitation processing, investigations, emergent code responses, court appearances, and admissions management to ensure the safety and security of staff, patients and visitors.

  • Ensure regulatory compliance to enforce laws, regulations, policies and protocols with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Joint Commission (TJC), and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), and the Oregon State Hospital (OSH) and participate in regulatory inspections and audits.

  • Supervise, plan, assign, approve, and follow-up with daily activities assigned to staff such as process improvement, accreditation, certification, and licensure of OSH campuses.

  • Coordinate and assist in security related programs and activities such as the critical incident notification system, video surveillance program, investigations, parking enforcement, and ID badge program.

  • Coordinate security responses to emergency incidents requiring safety and security response.

  • Consult with OSH staff, Oregon State Police, and local law enforcement to coordinate investigations, identify issues, and improve the safety and security for staff, patients, and visitors.

  • Provide short and long-term strategies related to hospital security operations to accomplish unit and department goals and mission that support OSH’s vision and mission.

  • Develop program policies and protocols to ensure the safety of staff, patients, and visitors.

  • Determine and plan budgetary needs required to maintain hospital security operations, determine resource allocation, and track expenditures.

  To request a copy of the position description, please contact Cyndi Phipps-Roman at cynthia.phipps-roman@oha.oregon.gov.

  What's in it for you?
  The Oregon State Hospital is one of the newest and best state psychiatric hospitals in the country whether you work at the Salem or the Junction City campus.

  The Pacific Northwest boasts year-round family outdoor activities with beautiful sandy beaches; lush, green mountain forests; deep, blue lakes; rushing white water rivers; and colorful, high deserts surround you for winter skiing; spectacular camping; fresh and salt-water fishing; day and long-distance hiking; and a multitude of diverse, cultural explorations.

  We offer full medical, vision and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 11 paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you are skilled in security operations with management experience working in a large healthcare or hospital environment, apply today!

  What are we looking for?

  Minimum Requirements

  Four years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience in security program management or a related field.

  OR

  One year of experience in security program management and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

  Requested Skills

  • Experience managing security programs and staff for a large, 24-hour health care facility.

  • Knowledge of OSHA and CMS regulations and compliance, and TJC standards.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain access to FBI Criminal Justice Information Service systems, which is determined through a National Fingerprint Based Criminal History Record check.

  • Must be able to be Certified and maintain Certification at the inquiry and entry levels for the Law Enforcement Data System Terminal.

  • Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and meet requirements of insurability for ODHS/OHA.

  • Demonstrate competency, diplomacy, and professionalism in both written and verbal communications.

  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams and willingness to learn new technology.

  This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

  How to Apply

  • Complete application

  • Complete questionnaire

  • Attach a cover letter demonstrating how your experience, knowledge and skills meet the requirements of this position.

  • Attach an updated resume describing how your experience relates to successfully performing the functions of this position.

  Applications without the required cover letter and resume may be eliminated from consideration.

  Attention current State of Oregon employees: To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.

  NOTE: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.

  Please monitor your Workday account to view all communication regarding your application. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

  Questions/Need Help?

  If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Cyndi Phipps-Roman at cynthia.phipps-roman@state.or.us.

  TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.

  Please monitor your Workday account to view all communication regarding your application. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.

  Additional Information

  • Veteran: If you are a veteran, you may receive veteran’s preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, you will be required to provide your documents later in the process.

  • Visa Sponsorship: We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers currently. You will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States within three days of hire.

  • Background Check: If you are offered employment, your offer will be contingent upon the positive outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check. The information will be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.

  • Pre-employment Drug Test: Candidates who are offered employment at the Oregon State Hospital must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test.

  • Applicant Help and Support webpage

  Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Pay Equity

  The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. We determine salary by reviewing your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here .

  The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.

• About the company

  Oregon (/ˈɒrɡən/ ORR--gən) is a state in the Pacific Northwest region on the West Coast of the United States.

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