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Director of Safety and Security
Director of Safety and Security-March 2024
Boston
Mar 17, 2025
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About Director of Safety and Security

  Job Description

  The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a dynamic professional to serve as the Director of Safety & Security for the Metro Boston Mental Health Campus. The selected candidate is critical to advising administration of security/safety vulnerabilities and procedures. The position is responsible for the development and oversight of a comprehensive safety and security management plan that provides and promotes a safe and secure environment for all DMH patients, employees, and visitors.

  As a key leader, the Director is responsible to ensuring we are promoting and sustaining a healthy, respectful, and inclusive work environment. This position provides direct oversight to the three (3) sites at the Metro Boston Area Campus Police and Metro Boston Transportation department.

  Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

  Oversee the security and safety operations of the Metro Boston Campus ensuring all operating procedures are reviewed, are appropriate for the facility and carried out in a manner consistent with DMH safety and security practices.Conduct routine security and safety audits of the campus facility, suggesting and participating in planning meetings to maintain adequate safety and security standards.Oversee and manage budgets including but not limited to, communications, surveillance equipment, locking devices, vehicle, and transportation needs.Provide oversight of Chauffeur and vehicles assigned to the Metro Boston area; coordinate patient and staff transport requests, compliance with OVM standards and reporting, and fleet maintenance.Maintain oversight of all required trainings; participate in and maintain oversight of all Written Security Plans, Environment of Care processes and all other meetings addressing safety and security initiatives.Provide direct supervision to onsite supervisors; Ensure supervision and evaluations are conducted regularly and timely.Provide oversight of parking needs for two campus buildings.Participate in various Area community and hospital committees to include Environment of Care meetings at the three (3) sites and inpatient EOC; Participates in other Area committees as assigned

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Ability to supervise and guide staff in the concepts of security in the healthcare environment.Demonstrated knowledge of the clinical practices of treating those with Mental Illnesses.Capacity to interact with and understand others, i.e., from entry level workers to highly skilled workers, administrations, doctors, nurses, other hospital staff, visitors, volunteers, legal professionals, construction workers, and above all our patients.Knowledge of the fundamental workings of State Government.Familiarity with Joint Commission and their Accreditation Standards, as well as Division of Labor Standards.Ability to perform a variety of job tasks simultaneously, and flexible to changing priorities and demands.Passion for embracing diversity as a strategic advantage.Proven written and oral communication skills with comfortability working with a high level of executives.Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Given the population served, bilingual or multilingual fluency.

  Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm, with Saturday and Sunday off.

  DMH Mission Statement:

  The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and participate in their communities. The Department establishes standards to ensure effective and culturally competent care to promote recovery. The Department sets policy, promotes self-determination, protects human rights, and supports mental health training and research.

  Pre-Hire Process:

  A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Human Resources Division prior to the candidate being hired.

  Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines.

  Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website.

  If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Request Form

  For questions regarding this requisition, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #2.

  Qualifications

  MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

  Applicants must have at least (A) five (5) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least one (1) year must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below.

  Substitutions:

  I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience.

  II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience.

  III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience.

  IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

  Comprehensive Benefits

  When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

  Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!

  COVID Vaccine: As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations, or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.

  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

  The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

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