Deputy Director - University Police

Hiring Department: University Police

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1025072

Schedule: Shift varies

Posting Close Date: May 25, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

Under management direction, functions as the Deputy Director that will help oversee the functions of the security operation at UIH Health Hospital and Clinics.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manages the daily security functions at UIH and its medical clinics. Responsible for security personnel daily activities related to protecting the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.

• Interviews, selects, trains, and manages staff to ensure departmental goals are accomplished. Perform annual reviews and conduct ongoing employee training.

• Assigns work assignments and schedules for Security Sergeants. Ensures the proper handling and security of patient’s valuables and company property by monitoring and enforcing procedures and educating involved parties, as necessary.

• Ensure adherence to legal and company policies and procedures and undertake disciplinary actions if the need arises.

• Participate in the development of policies and procedures required for the improvement or modification of the security operation.

• Assists the Director with the Security Management Plan implementation and coordinator responses to critical incidents. Identifies documents and address actual and potential security breaches.

• Assists the Director with budget preparation and fiscal compliance to include utilization of labor, supplies, contract services and equipment.

• Acts for the Director in his absence.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Eleven (11) years of progressively responsible management work experience in a private or governmental organization:

A. Eight (8) years in the area of designated specialization required by the position

AND

B. Three (3) years supervising the work of a professional staff or process within the designated specialization

• Bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the above three (3) years non-specialized experience requirement
• Master’s degree may be substituted for one (1) year specialized work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12 years of management experience working in a healthcare or security setting.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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