Manager Public Safety Operations

Pay Range:

Major Responsibilities:

• Serve as the on-site manager for assigned facilities, directly supervising Public Safety leaders and line officers to ensure effective Public Safety operations. Strategically allocate public safety resources in conjunction with facility and Public Safety leadership to maintain a reasonable standard of care and respond effectively to incidents and threats. 
• Designs and directs the work of the Public Safety officers, and at select locations commissioned police officers. Selects, coaches, and develops Public Safety teammates, and trains supervisors to do the same. Sets clear expectations to inspire and motivate the team. Manages performance by recognizing achievement, providing feedback, and administering progressive discipline when necessary. 
• Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets, verify payroll records, and ensure financial compliance with organizational standards. 
• Implement and maintain security policies and procedures that align with organizational goals and regulatory standards. Liaise with interdepartmental staff at assigned facilities to understand impact of process and procedural improvements.  
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments across assigned properties, reporting findings and recommendations to facility and Public Safety leadership. Ensure facilities meet federal and state compliance standards (e.g., Joint Commission, DNV, CMS, OSHA) through regular inspections and evaluations. 
• Support Public Safety Investigation Teammates by strongly participating in investigations of accidents, thefts, workplace violence, and other security-related incidents. 
• Maintain strong relationships with facility administrators, law enforcement, first responders, and internal departments to foster collaboration and security awareness. Use a variety of communication techniques to maintain relationships, creating an open-door culture.  
• Stay informed on industry best practices and trends, using data-driven insights to enhance public safety operations and adapt to evolving risks. 
• Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that people actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business. 

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field, or equivalent related experience. 

Experience Required:

• A Public Safety Operations Manager must have a minimum of five years of supervisory or management experience in a related field, such as security, military, law enforcement, or dispatch.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• The Public Safety Operations Manager must be willing to carry a department-authorized firearm while on duty, using a Level III holster in accordance with the Public Safety Firearms Policy and approved by departmental range masters. 
• The individual must possess the ability to safely operate, load/unload, break down, and clean a firearm independently and without assistive devices. Hand strength, dexterity, and firearm proficiency are essential. 
• A successful background investigation and psychological screening assessment are required post-offer, pre-employment, and periodically thereafter. 
• Prior training in Non-Violent Crisis Mitigation/De-escalation, defensive tactics, and firearms. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to communicate clearly via phone, face to face and radio. 
• The role requires mature judgment, sound reasoning, and a calm, courteous demeanor in high-stress or emotionally charged situations. 
• Experience in conducting complex investigations, along with strong critical thinking and analytical skills, is expected. 
• The candidate must demonstrate expert knowledge of security and public safety practices, procedures, and compliance standards at the federal, state, and organizational levels. 
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software is necessary, as is a working knowledge of security systems such as video surveillance, access control, and emergency alert systems. 
• The ability to assess and respond to multiple simultaneous situations, prioritize tasks, and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced environment is critical. 
• Professional and empathetic interaction with team members, patients, and visitors—especially under challenging circumstances—is required. 
• Access to protected health information (PHI) must be limited to what is reasonably necessary for job performance and shared only on a need-to-know basis. Access to PHI is controlled via user ID and password in accordance with organizational policy. 
• For states/regions with specific firearm qualification requirements, such as Illinois, candidates must complete applicable state-mandated armed courses and achieve a passing score on annual qualification tests within designated timeframes. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The Public Safety Operations Manager must be physically fit and capable of exerting intense physical effort, including running, restraining individuals, assisting with patient transfers, and lifting or carrying loads ranging from 25 to 60 pounds. The role requires frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and transitioning quickly between positions, both indoors and outdoors, often in fast-paced or unfavorable weather conditions. Candidates must possess strong visual and auditory acuity (correctable to 20/20), color distinction, and the ability to communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and via radio. The position involves exposure to high noise levels, emotionally charged situations, potential hazards (mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, and radiation), and requires the ability to operate firearms and other equipment safely and independently, while remaining calm and responsive under stress. 

Preferred Job Requirements:

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• None

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field. 

Experience Required:

• A minimum of seven years of supervisory or management experience in healthcare public safety/security. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Completion of required training from Advocate Health—including Non-Violent Crisis Mitigation/De-escalation, defensive tactics, and firearms. 
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly via phone, face to face and radio. 
• Mastery of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, as well as outstanding knowledge of security systems such as video surveillance, access control, and emergency alert systems. 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.