Security Police Sergeant Ann Arbor

Job Summary

The Security Police Sergeant's primary responsibility is to ensure the safe and secure environment for all patients, staff, and visitors to the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital (SJMH)- West Market and Health Center campuses.

Full time

12 Hour Day Shift

• Represents the SJMH by providing assistance and guidance to all patients, staff and visitors to the SJMHS – West Market Campuses.
• Exercise reasonable independent judgment within legal parameters of law to determine when there is reasonable suspicion to detain and/or search, when probable cause exists to arrest, and the appropriate application of force used to preserve life and property.
• Responds to any and all reports of criminal activity and effect arrests as appropriate within the parameters of Security Police policy/procedures, state and federal law, and Michigan Commission of Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES); utilizing the necessary force to effect arrest, using handcuffs, and other restraints in accordance with department procedures, policies and regulations.
• Self‑reports to Chief of Security Police any off‑duty police contact, arrests, and court orders such as Injunctions, Personal Protection Orders, and legal proceedings that would prevent the employee from owning, possessing, or carrying a firearm i.e. Domestic Violence Order, or conditional bond release. Failure to report this information will result in immediate termination.
• Performs rounding with Security Police and Reception Service staff and department leadership stakeholders to address issues, and concerns and to seek opportunities to improve processes.
• Mentors Security Police Officers and Reception Service staff by promoting and encouraging customer service, quality practices and safety principles.
• Reviews Security Police Officer's Daily Logs and Security Police Reports for accuracy and detail, and provides feedback on content, needed corrections or follow‑up and referral back to the staff.
• Ensures that all defibrillator and vehicle maintenance checks have been completed at shift's‑end and monitors that security equipment is maintained in working condition.
• Participates in the interview and selection process of applicants.
• Mentors and monitors training of new and current officers on their assigned shifts.
• Assists the Chief of Security Police in the development, implementation and enforcement of all departmental policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as well as the Environment of Care (EOC), SJMH policies and procedures, and MCOLES mandates and regulations.
• Acts as the department's shift level investigator on confidential or sensitive issues and ensures that the manager is kept informed of updates and developments.
• Acts as the shift level liaison with external local agencies (law enforcement, fire, etc.) in the absence or by the direction of the Chief of Security Police.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, local laws and regulations, Trinity-Health Standards of Conduct, the Organizational Integrity Program, Security Police policy and procedure, and any related policies and procedures pertaining to the adherence of behavior that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associate Degree in Business Administration, Law Enforcement Administration or Security Administration is preferred. A Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Law Enforcement Administration or Security Administration is desired.
• 2+ years of experience in campus security/police, military or law enforcement.
• A minimum of two years of leadership experience is required preferred.
• Successfully complete and pass a psychological evaluation.
• Current MCOLES license preferred or ability to pass MCOLES PA330 Academy Training within six months of hire date or the first available academy.
• Maintain the qualifications required by MCOLES and the State of Michigan.
• Maintain a valid, unrestricted Michigan driver's license.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate an Electronic Control Device (aka Taser); manipulate…