Supervisor Public Safety - Community

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Position Summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Public Safety Supervisor to lead and support our public safety team in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff. This role is responsible for supervising daily security operations, coordinating staffing and coverage, responding to incidents and emergencies, and providing leadership, coaching, and development for security personnel.

Schedule & Location

- Home Base: Children's WI 76th Street Office but will be supporting multiple clinics throughout SE Wisconsin
- Primarily weekday business hours with occasional flexibility to support both 1st & 2nd shift
- May require evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, etc.
- Travel between locations will be required

Key Responsibilities

- Supervise and support security officers in the protection of hospital facilities, grounds, patients, visitors, and staff.
- Coordinate schedules, staffing assignments, and shift coverage to ensure continuous security operations.
- Respond to and lead emergency situations, security incidents, disturbances, and other critical events.
- Review security reports and investigations, ensuring accurate documentation and appropriate follow-up.
- Conduct routine facility patrols and assist with security operations as needed.
- Collaborate with hospital leaders and departments to address security concerns and promote a safe environment.
- Assist with the development and delivery of security training programs.
- Support employee engagement, hiring, performance management, and professional development initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

- High School Diploma, GED, or HSED.
- Minimum of 5 years of security experience.
- Valid Wisconsin Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to obtain Defensive and Arrest Tactics (DAAT) or Defensive Tactics for Security (DTS) certification within 3 months of hire.
- Ability to obtain IAHSS Supervisory Certification within 90 days of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Preferred

- Associate degree or at least 30 college credits in Criminal Justice or a related field.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
- Experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, military service, or corporate security.

What You'll Bring

- Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to remain professional and effective in high-pressure situations.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong computer proficiency and report-writing skills.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License Driver's License - State of Wisconsin