Security Manager

Security Manager

Cincinnati & Dayton, OH | Full Time | Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

Job Summary

The Security Manager is responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of patients, staff, volunteers, and visitors across all PPSWO facilities, including health centers, ambulatory surgical sites, and administrative offices. This position oversees daily security operations, conducts risk assessments, manages systems and vendor relationships, and supports a welcoming, trauma-informed care environment. The role requires strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and the ability to respond calmly and professionally in a mission-critical setting.

Essential Functions

Physical Security & Facility Safety

• Implement and monitor security policies, procedures, and best practices to protect all PPSWO locations.
• Conduct routine risk assessments and site safety audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
• Provide leadership with prioritized proposals for security upgrades and resource needs.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, first responders, and external safety partners as needed.
• Assist in managing the Security Department budget, ensuring resources align with strategic priorities.

Staff & Patient Safety

• Oversee functionality, maintenance, and appropriate use of access control, camera systems, alarms, and related technology.
• Support departments in planning for secure on-site and off-site events.
• Respond to incidents involving disruptive behavior, threats, or safety concerns with a de-escalation and trauma-informed approach.
• Maintain and review incident reporting, participate in investigations, and support corrective action processes.
• Promote a culture of safety that is equitable, culturally sensitive, and aligned with PPSWO’s patient-centered values.

Compliance, Training & Risk Management

• Develop and deliver staff training related to safety protocols, de-escalation, emergency response, and workplace violence prevention.
• Ensure compliance with applicable security regulations, healthcare standards, and accrediting bodies.
• Maintain required documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and drills.

Leadership & External Awareness

• Represent PPSWO on internal committees and external coalitions focused on safety and emergency preparedness.
• Monitor local and national safety trends affecting reproductive healthcare and assess potential impacts on PPSWO facilities.
• Monitor external threats or oppositional activity relevant to clinic safety and partner with leadership to develop mitigation strategies.
• Manage the security on-call rotation and train staff participating in emergency response roles.

Working in security at Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio means more than protecting buildings—you are safeguarding access to essential healthcare for the communities who depend on us. Every day, your work directly supports patient dignity, staff safety, and the mission of ensuring people can receive carefree from intimidation, fear, or barriers.

At PPSWO, you’ll be part of a respected, collaborative team that values professionalism, sound judgment, and a trauma-informed approach to safety. You’ll partner closely with clinical, administrative, and leadership teams to create welcoming, accessible environments where patients feel safe and supported from the moment they arrive.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise truly makes a difference, PPSWO offers that opportunity. Here, your work helps protect access to care, uphold patient access to care, uphold patient dignity, and advance health equity in our communities. Join us and be part of a mission that matters.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties may be assigned or modified to meet organizational needs. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, public safety, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in security operations, facility safety, law enforcement, or protective services; healthcare or high-risk environment preferred.
• Experience with access control platforms, video surveillance systems, visitor management tools, and mass notification systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and incident-reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of emergency preparedness, workplace violence prevention, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to brief executive leadership clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, professional, and decisive in high-stress or emergent situations.
• Commitment to confidentiality, ethical conduct, and PPSWO’s mission, vision, values, and equity principles.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds and perform routine physical tasks (standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing).
• Ability to travel between Cincinnati and Dayton on a weekly basis; estimated 40–50% travel.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergent situations, including occasional evenings or weekends.
• Exposure to varying indoor/outdoor environments and inclement weather during site checks.
• Working in a healthcare setting may involve exposure to infectious agents, cleaning chemicals, odor, or hazardous materials.
• Participation in rotating on-call coverage is required.