Deputy Chief of Police

Are you looking for a rewarding career with family-friendly hours and top-notch benefits? We’re looking for qualified candidates like you to join our Texas Health family.

• Work location: Texas Health Resources

• Core work hours: Full Time (40 Hours); Day Shift 8:00a-5:00p Position Summary Reports to the Texas Health Chief of Police. Serves as Police and Security force second-in-command and back-up to the Chief. Shares responsibility with the Chief for the strategic direction and overall administration of the Texas Health Police and Security force, currently totaling more than 300 uniformed officers across the Enterprise with anticipated growth to more than 400 officers, to establish a robust physical security posture while maintaining a welcoming environment for THR patients, visitors, and staff. Works closely with the hospital channel regional security directors to ensure the police and uniformed security force is an effective protective capability at the large number of wholly owned and joint venture Texas Health hospitals. Assists the Chief to ensure the fulfillment of the legal, regulatory, and ethical responsibilities expected of a full-service, healthcare law enforcement agency. Assists with planning, designing, implementing, and monitoring Texas Health system physical security policies, procedures, training, and programs in compliance with state of Texas and local regulations. Assists the Chief in Responding to and leading the police and security response to critical incidents, interfaces with other local and healthcare police officials, and representing THR in law enforcement matters at the executive level.

Job Description

Oversees across the Enterprise the operational command of the Texas Health police and uniformed security force. Plans, implements, and evaluates the operational and administrative activities of the organization. In close collaboration with the Security Directors responsible for leading the security programs for the hospital regions, corporate facilities, Texas Health Physicians Group clinics, Breeze urgent care locations, and the delivery of healthcare services in the community and patients' homes, formulates and applies new approaches and techniques for effective law enforcement, security, protection, and crime prevention. Collaborates with the Security Directors responsible for the supporting programs and systems and technology to ensure that the organization if effectively equipped with the necessary capabilities to deliver superior risk-based protective services.

Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes, and workflows for the organization and implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of the police and security organization and the entire Enterprise. Examines and monitors police and uniformed security officer staffing levels across the Enterprise. Balances requests for service with resource availability using organizational key performance indicators and metrics to deliver superior risk-based protective services to constituents. Modifies strategies and operational techniques as required. In consultation with the Chief, establishes enforcement priorities and policies based on risk data. Develops new programs and performs special assignments. Responds to violent physical encounters using the appropriate force necessary to achieve a lawful objective while maintaining professionalism.

Assumes command of the organization in the absence of the Chief of Police. Serves at the discretion of the Chief on Texas Health Threat Management Teams, Critical Incident Response Teams, and other committees or panels as required, and liaises with public law enforcement, fire, and other public and private agencies and organizations as necessary. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the law enforcement community. Participates in professional organizations and maintains certifications and licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

Plans, coordinates, and supervises the activity of sworn and non-sworn personnel with the organization. Selects, trains, schedules, motivates, and evaluates employees. Trains and evaluates work performance against Enterprise goals. Promotes growth and advancement of staff and ensures they receive opportunities to further their knowledge. Reviews and ensures the thorough investigation of complaints against the organization and individual police and uniformed security officers. Makes recommendations for disciplinary actions up to and including termination, to ensure the maintenance of discipline and order. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and local, state, and federal laws. Strives to bring the organizational performance in line with industry best practices. Seeks advice and guidance, as needed, to ensure proper interpretation and understanding of the law, policies, rules, procedures, and best practices. Consistently maintains a professional, appropriate, and responsible relationship with Texas Health staff and contractors. Actively participates in organizational training demonstrating proficiency in all required skills, such as the use of firearms, CPI, ACPI, etc.

Develops and monitors annual operational and capital budgets. Ensures the organization has the necessary funds to carry out the Enterprise-wide goals and objectives. Performs contract negotiations and ensures vendor compliance to contracts and statements of work. Develops and implements processes to efficiently utilize organizational resources and return the greatest value to the Enterprise. Provide reports and other information as necessary to explain resource utilization. Provides assistance in related areas and performs other duties, as assigned, to maintain a safe and secure environment.

Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous, and respectful. Actively participates in creating and maintaining a positive customer environment. Represents the organization in Enterprise forums, and in collaboration with Brand Experience, public speaking appearances. Presents ideas, information, and justifications of organizational policies, procedures, and actions.

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required

And

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security or closely related field. Preferred

Masters Degree a Plus

Experience

8 Years law enforcement experience to include 4 Years Security or law enforcement management / supervisory experience with a Bachelors degree Required

or

10 Years law enforcement experience Required to include 4 Years Security or law enforcement management / supervisory experience with no degree Required

and

2 Years Healthcare or education security experience Preferred

Captain / Deputy Chief / Chief Experience a Plus

Licenses and Certifications

DL - Drivers License Class C and must be insurable Upon Hire Required

And

Peace Officer Upon Hire Required

And

CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training with in 30 Days Required

And

ACPI - Advanced Crisis Prevention Intervention Training with in 12 Months Required

And

Other Certified Health Care Protection Administrator with in 12 Months Required

And

Other Mental Health Peace Officer Certification with in 12 Months Required

And

CHEP - Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional with in 2 Years Preferred

TCOLE - Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Preferred

Skills

• Must complete a personal history statement and psychological evaluation. May be subject to further written and/or oral pre-assignment testing/training. Must be able to follow, practice and utilize the Peace Officer Weapons Standard and Qualification General Order to ensure the safety of officers, hospital staff, patients and visitors. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of customer-based Peace Officer management techniques. Must be able to deal with the public and fellow employees in a tactful and diplomatic manner. Must be able to make sound judgments. Must be able to testify in court to present case facts.

• Pursuant to TCOLE Declaration of Medical Condition, Commission Rule 215.15 (c), 217.1 (a), 217.7 (e) new license applicants must complete both a physical exam and drug screen. Licensee Officers with more than a 180-day break in service need drug screen only.

• Must possess the ability to physically defend and/or restrain people.

• Must possess the ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner on the phone and in person using the English language, and the demonstrated use of good verbal communication skills.

• Must possess the ability to interact effectively with peers, executive and medical staff, department heads and staff in other departments, patients/families, vendors and other customers in a manner that represents Texas Health Resources positively.

• Must be able to demonstrate effective management skills and techniques.

• Must have good oral and written communication skills.

• Must be familiar with hospital security regulatory agency standards.

• Must be able to evaluate security systems and procedures.

• Must be process oriented and have good organizational skills.

• Must possess the ability to investigate, analyze, and resolve non-routine issues and problems.

• Must possess the ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

• Must possess the ability to learn and apply new information, knowledge, and experiences in a timely manner.

• Requires special protective equipment, training, and adherence to prescribed rules and procedures.

• Must possess ability to use a computer and electronic equipment.

• Must possess high levels of alertness.

• Must possess high levels of attention to details.

• Must possess visual and mental concentration on instruments, dials, readouts, displays, etc.

• Must possess the ability to observe and rapidly react to changing situations and operations.

• Must possess precise hand-eye coordination and fine motor dexterity.

• Must possess the ability to continuously stand, walk, or move around the workplace.

• Must maintain annual weapons qualifications

• Must be willing and able to travel to other Texas Health Resources locations, external offices, and outpatient clinics as needed.

Why Texas Health?

At Texas Health Resources, our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve”.

We are one of the largest faith-based, nonprofit health systems in the United States with a team of more than 24,000 employees of wholly owned/operated facilities plus 2,200 employees of consolidated joint ventures in the greater Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding.

Join our award-winning Texas Health family and become a part of a team that is improving the health of our communities daily. You belong here.

Here are a few of our recent awards:

• 2022 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (8 th year in a row)

• A "Top 100 Places to Work" for 2021 by The Dallas Morning News (10 th time)

• #1 as 2021 “20 Best Workplaces in Health Care and Biopharma” by Great Place to Work® and Fortune (7th consecutive year, 6th year as #1)

• “America’s Best Employers for Diversity” list by Forbes

• A “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials" by Fortune and Great Place to Work®

• A 2021 LinkedIn Top Companies in Dallas - Fort Worth list. This award recognizes the best workplaces for team members to grow their careers and honors companies that not only attract talent but also invest in the development of their employees.

Explore our Texas Health careers site (https://jobs.texashealth.org/) for info like Benefits (https://jobs.texashealth.org/benefits) , Job Listings by Category (https://jobs.texashealth.org/professions) , recent Awards (https://jobs.texashealth.org/awards) we’ve won and more.

#LI-TA1

Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.