- Company Name
- John Muir Health
- Job Title
- Chief of Security - AS Security - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Chief of Security
**Role Summary**
Directs all security operations across acute care, off‑site licensed facilities, behavioral health, clinics, and administrative sites to ensure a safe, threat‑free environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Oversees policy development, risk management, technology integration, and staff training while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
**Expectations**
- Maintain security incident response times and crime metrics below industry benchmarks.
- Achieve above‑target employee perceptions of safety and experience.
- Align security strategy with organizational mission, values, and risk appetite.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead a system‑wide security program, including staffing, technology (video surveillance, access control, alarms, software), and processes (incident reporting, data analysis, budgeting, maintenance).
- Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and implement monitoring/control measures.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies.
- Conduct investigations, threat assessments, and event reconstructions.
- Develop, coach, and retain security managers, supervisors, and site leads.
- Manage policy development, root‑cause analysis, process improvement, and training initiatives.
- Build relationships with leadership teams and stakeholders (HR, IT, Risk Management, Facilities, Compliance, Audit).
- Report operational metrics, cost controls, and security outcomes to executive leadership.
- Oversee emergency preparedness and threat management activities.
**Required Skills**
- Strategic leadership and decision‑making in high‑risk environments.
- Risk assessment, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Incident investigation, crime prevention, and threat assessment.
- Staff development, coaching, and performance management.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management.
- Proficiency with security technologies (video surveillance, access control, alarm systems).
- Data analysis, reporting, and financial oversight (budgeting, resource allocation).
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field (required).
- Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
- 10–15 years of experience in law enforcement, public safety, or healthcare security.
- 3–5 years of management experience in a public safety or healthcare setting.
- Demonstrated successful supervisory experience in a related field.
Walnut creek, United states
On site
Senior
03-02-2026