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Security Manager

Essentia Health
Essentia Health Salary
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026
Job Description

The Security Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing Essentia Health’s security program to ensure a safe, secure, and prepared environment for patients, visitors, and staff across all campuses. This role provides strategic direction in the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and system integrations, while proactively supporting workplace violence prevention initiatives and organizational safety priorities. The Security Manager manages electronic records, drives new security strategies, ensures regulatory compliance, and partners with internal stakeholders to support a sustainable culture of safety. This position also oversees the selection, development, and readiness of security personnel to maintain high industry standards and operational excellence.

Education Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience

  • Five (5) years general security, healthcare security, or other public safety law enforcement leadership experience. Previous healthcare security supervisor or leadership experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Program Management

  • Provide strategic vision and leadership to enhance and transform security team performance using data-driven approaches.
  • Lead organizational initiatives that strengthen overall security and align with healthcare-specific needs.
  • Develop, review, and update security policies, procedures, and system documentation.
  • Oversee the administration of electronic records management systems and guide access control integration and badging protocol enhancements.
  • Plan and develop new security strategies to meet the evolving needs of Essentia Health communities.

Operational Oversight

  • Utilize operational expertise to develop, deploy, and integrate security systems, technologies, and protocols.
  • Ensure regulatory requirements, documentation, and departmental reporting are completed accurately and submitted to the appropriate internal departments.
  • Assist in the development and management of the security department budget.
  • Maintain training and readiness of self and security officers in alignment with industry standards.

Workplace Violence Prevention & Risk Management

  • Provide key support to the Essentia Health Workplace Violence Prevention Program.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert within the Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) framework.
  • Gather and analyze data, evaluate situations accurately, and determine effective courses of action.

People Leadership

  • Participate in the selection, onboarding, development, and retention of security staff.
  • Drive an accepted and sustainable security culture across the organization.
  • Address employee conduct, performance issues, and developmental needs to support a high-performing team.

Must-Have Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • Capable of demonstrating basic literacy and satisfactory interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to learn and operate computerized security systems, CCTV monitoring equipment, and standard two-way radios.
  • Possess public/human relations skills, able to cope with stress and emergency situations.
  • Write clear and comprehensive status reports, and correspondence, present ideas and information effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Ability to demonstrate success in managing multiple tasks and projects.
  • Ability to give clear instructions and lead.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of access control and surveillance systems.
  • ASIS Associate Protection Professional (APP).
  • Law Enforcement Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.).
  • Master degree in related field.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

  • Obtain IAHSS Supervisor certification within six (6) months of hiring required.

Our Benefits Are Exceptional And Include

  • Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.
  • Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.
  • Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.
  • Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.
  • Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.
  • Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.
  • Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location: 32nd Avenue Building

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Compensation Range: $36.01 - $54.02 / hour

FTE: 1

Salary : $36 - $54

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