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If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Director of Security-Oregon State Hospital (Security Operations Manager 3) SR35

The Director of Security will plan, organize, manage, and control activities of the Security department at the Oregon State Hospital on both Oregon State Hospital campuses, to provide a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The Director of Security reports to the Director of Site Operations and will guide equitable, inclusive and trauma-informed workplace practices in all aspects of performance as the department director. This position directly supervises two Security Operations Managers, a Learning and Development Specialist 2, the Reception Supervisor, and the Security Investigator.

*Please note the cover letter instructions below, listed under submission requirements. Failure to provide a cover letter that describes how you meet both the minimum requirements and desired attributes of the role will result in the need to remove your application from consideration.

What you will do!

Leadership

• Serve as a key advisor to the OSH Deputy for Site Operations, CFO/COO and members of the Senior Leadership Team as needed, on security issues.
• Represent OSH in communication and collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.

Operations and regulatory compliance:

• Provide overall management and oversight of the OSH Security department - across two campuses - to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate services.

• Assure active and ongoing communication, collaboration, and cooperation with other OSH departments/managers to facilitate trauma-informed and culturally appropriate security services to patients and staff.

Operations and regulatory compliance:

• Assure active and ongoing communication, collaboration, and cooperation with other OSH departments/managers to facilitate trauma-informed and culturally appropriate security services to patients and staff.
• Coordinate with local, regional, and national representatives of regulatory agencies and associations, and local emergency response agencies.
• Coordinate and manage investigations and provide necessary follow-up reporting to determine action necessary to prevent reoccurrence. Work with local police and fire agencies to ensure safe environment of care.
• Confers with representatives of federal, State, and local governments to ensure cooperation and coordination of security activities, taking an active role in communicating crime prevention methods.
• Acts as a liaison with the police department, other emergency response agencies, and other government agencies related to security management as needed.
• Conducts necessary inspections, writes reports, and oversees the surveillance and security access systems for both hospital campuses.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develop and oversee implementation of hospital-wide security policies with a trauma-informed focus.
• Review and recommend changes to policies and procedures as necessary to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Establish Security Department protocols that cover and unite the Salem and Junction City campuses.
• Assure compliance with The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations and other respective regulatory bodies governing OSH requirements.

Acquire, train, develop, and manage staff:

Directly and through subordinate supervisors, the director of security:

• Ensure that management practices support equitable recruitment, retention, and promotion of a qualified, diverse workforce.
• Provide necessary training and orientation to hospital and contract employees in security matters.
• Interview, hire, train, and evaluate the performance of in-house or contracted staff. When necessary, discipline and discharge security staff as per policy and address associated union grievances.
• Establish work priorities, schedules, and assign work to subordinates based on volume, circumstantial or customer needs. Change schedule and reassign staff to fill special circumstances on an as needed basis.
• Develop and implement Security staff training programs and hospital-wide security training programs.
• Review schedules and ensure adequate staffing is maintained at all times.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.

Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR four years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your cover letter and application materials.

• Experience and demonstrated leadership success in directing and managing security teams to bring about a workplace culture that is respectful, inclusive, equitable, and trauma informed and focused on workplace safety.
• Ability to write effectively and at an executive level to present written analysis, reports, and recommendations to CFO/COO and the senior leadership team.
• Experience with building policies, processes, and practices to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. In addition, specific knowledge of The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements is preferred.
• Skill to perform root cause analysis to identify root problems and present findings orally and in written form to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in evaluation of incidents, determination of a course of action to prevent incidents, and to develop physical security response to incidents.
• Ability to analyze interior and exterior facilities to assess risk of security breaches and to work collaboratively to strengthen and correct deficiencies.
• Must have experience working or overseeing security services in a locked facility.

Application Guidance

Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:

Submission Requirements:

• Resume - Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
• Cover Letter (Required) - A cover letter is required and must include a description of how you meet both the minimum requirements and the desired attributes listed above.
• Supplemental Questions - Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
• Final Check! - Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

How to Apply:

• External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the "Apply" tab above to submit your application, following all submission requirements.
• Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login, following all submission requirements.

After You Apply:

• Complete any pending tasks in Workday under "My Applications" prior to the application deadline.
• Check your email (including junk folder) and Workday inbox regularly for updates on your application.

Reminders:

• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. To protect your information and ensure correct processing, please follow the instructions for submitting your Veterans' Preference documentation.
• Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline.

About the Team & Benefits of Joining

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment;promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authorityis the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.

Additional Details

• This announcement is for 1, full-time, permanent, management service, Director of Security position Security Operations Manager 3 classification based in Salem, Oregon.
• This is an on-site position. "Review Section 4: Working Conditions" in the position description (linked above) for more information.
• Employment is contingent upon a criminal records check and a driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. For more information, see the Classification and Compensation page.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process.
• This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to verify work authorization. If your employment eligibility depends on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet the requirements for this position.
• We evaluate candidates based on their own skills and experience. Unless explicitly approved, outside resources - including Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools - are not permitted during assessments or interviews. Use of unauthorized resources will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

Contact Information
Recruiter: Melissa Perez, SPHR
Email: melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov
Phone (text friendly): (503) 949-3078

Accommodation Requests (ADA): OHA provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA, which may include alternative formats of materials or language support. If you need an accommodation to apply for this position or participate in the selection process, please contact the recruiter listed above.

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