Public Safety Manager

Leadership & Operations

• Direct and oversee day-to-day operations of the Public Safety Department.
• Supervise Public Safety Officers, Supervisors, Dispatchers, and Parking personnel.
• Manage investigations and review incident reports.
• Collaborate with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies when necessary.
• Foster effective working relationships with organizational leadership and administrative teams.

Talent Management

• Interview and recommend candidates for employment within the Public Safety Department.
• Oversee orientation, onboarding, training, and professional development activities for assigned staff.
• Assign work to support departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide coaching, guidance, and feedback.
• Recommend disciplinary action and discharge when appropriate.

Budget & Resource Management

• Assist in the development and management of departmental budgets.
• Allocate resources and funds within approved budget limits to achieve operational objectives.

Compliance, Reporting & Administration

• Oversee the maintenance of departmental records, reports, and operational logs.
• Prepare recurring and special reports analyzing departmental activities and performance.
• Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable organizational and regulatory requirements.

Security Planning & Risk Management

• Oversee hospital and facility security surveys and audits as needed.
• Support the development of short-term and long-term departmental and organizational security strategies.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational effectiveness.

Professional Development

• Maintain knowledge of current trends, technologies, and best practices in public safety, security, and law enforcement.
• Participate in relevant seminars, conferences, professional organizations, and continuing education opportunities.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Candidates without a bachelor's degree may be considered if they possess extensive supervisory experience in law enforcement, investigations, corporate security, hospital security, or related security fields.
• Minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience required.

Certification Requirements

• Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification is not required for this position.
• If commissioned as a police officer in the State of Ohio, candidates must:
  • Possess OPOTA certification as a Police Officer.
  • Have completed the minimum training requirements established by OPOTA.
  • Not have experienced a break in service exceeding one (1) year as a commissioned police officer.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a psychological evaluation administered by UC Health is required.