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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Public Safety has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Manager, Security.

Core Job Summary:

The Manager of Public Safety for UHealth Tower is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the hospital's security team and supporting the Director of Public Safety in executing strategic goals. This role ensures effective supervision, scheduling, incident response, and training of officers to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, visitors, and the broader hospital community. The Manager works closely with supervisors, healthcare leaders, and law enforcement to ensure continuous alignment with hospital safety standards, emergency preparedness, and operational excellence.

Core Responsibilities:

Coordinates the development of National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant incident command structures to integrate University Emergency Response Plans with outside response agencies and oversees the training and implementation of the NIMS strategies throughout the school.  

Conducts risk and vulnerability assessments by types of emergencies. 

Prepares and implements mitigation strategies in coordination with other departments in order to minimize impact and disruption.  

Trains security personnel in emergency response and disaster recovery activities.   

Collaborates with department managers to train, test, and improve department unit plans.  

Coordinates and implements emergency notification systems and interfaces with other building control systems, such as fire alarm, public address, and access control systems.    

Maintains satellite phones and other emergency response radios and equipment to ensure continuous readiness for immediate activation.   

Coordinates emergency response and special event planning activities with federal, state, and city authorities. 

Takes on special projects such as the implementation and training of armed security personnel.  

Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.

Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures. 

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with three-year related experience required. 

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:​

Knowledge of business and management principles. 

Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations. 

Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan. 

Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others. 

Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others. 

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

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