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Deputy Chief Police/Manager
- Parkview North Hospital (Fort Wayne, IN)
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Job Summary
Parkview Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deputy Chief of Police / Security Manager to lead day-to-day public safety operations across assigned facilities. This leadership role ensures the protection of Parkview buildings, equipment, and grounds, and promotes a safe and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. With a strong emphasis on service excellence, this position oversees both personnel and resource management, conducts incident reviews, and drives departmental compliance and readiness.
Key Responsibilities
+ Direct daily security operations, resource allocation, and staff oversight for assigned Parkview facilities.
+ Ensure timely completion of all routine duties by team members.
+ Serve as a mentor to Police/Security Officers and a resource to facility staff.
+ Supervise and guide investigations, analyze incident trends, and redirect patrol services as needed.
+ Ensure completion of all mandatory annual training by staff.
+ Chair the Workplace Violence Committee and report out on safety-related matters to the Environment of Care Committee.
+ Partner with the Director of Emergency Management on preparedness planning.
+ Administer corrective actions in accordance with Parkview Health policies.
+ Complete annual performance evaluations for assigned staff.
+ Review officer-involved vehicle accidents and use-of-force incidents for compliance.
+ Oversee incident reporting systems (e.g., Midas) and ensure appropriate follow-up.
+ Participate in hospital leadership meetings.
+ Prepare and submit monthly security activity summaries (e.g., workplace violence, arrests, use-of-force).
+ Foster relationships with local law enforcement and emergency response partners.
Education Requirements
+ Associate’s degree or at least 60 credit hours toward a bachelor’s degree required.
Licensure & Certification
+ IAHSS Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator preferred.
+ Valid state driver’s license required.
+ Must obtain certification through the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy within one (1) year of employment.
Experience Requirements
+ Minimum 10 years of experience in law enforcement, military, or security roles.
+ Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, military, or related field.
Other Qualifications
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
+ Leadership presence with a commitment to safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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