Job Description

Join to apply for the Director Security role at Children's Health Join to apply for the Director Security role at Children's Health Job Title & Specialty Area: Director Security Department: Security Location: Several locations Shift: Day Job Type: (On-Site) Why Children’s Health? At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all. Summary The Director of Security is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of security operations across a designated Children's Health hospital market. This senior leadership role involves developing and executing strategic security initiatives that ensure the safety and protection of patients, visitors, staff, and organizational assets. The Director is accountable for establishing and maintaining comprehensive security policies and procedures, managing and mentoring security personnel, and fostering collaboration with other departments to integrate security into broader operational workflows. In addition, the Director conducts risk assessments at designated facilities, leads security emergency preparedness efforts, and oversees incident response and recovery processes. This role requires a deep understanding of healthcare security along with strong leadership and communication skills to promote a culture of security, compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization. This position is responsible for providing security and oversight for, but is not limited to, the following locations dependent on assigned division: Dallas Market: 15+ locations in Dallas and surrounding suburban throughout the state of Texas (includes Houston, East Texas and DFW) Northern Market: 5+ locations in Plano and surrounding suburban area Community Care Sites: 30+ locations throughout Dallas, Northern Market, and throughout the state of Texas (including Dallas Fort Worth, East Texas, and Houston). Responsibilities Administers and directs all departmental activities in collaboration with senior leadership, including daily operations, team structure, engagement, priorities, and performance management. Leads financial stewardship for the security department, including budget planning, cost control, and resource allocation to support operational efficiency and strategic growth. Provides people leadership to security staff and manages contractor/vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and service expectations. Collaborates with market leaders to support and execute strategic goals, integrating security initiatives into broader organizational objectives. Develops, tracks, and maintains key operational performance metrics to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality security services across the assigned area. Work Experience At least 7 years Leadership experience in security, law enforcement, or military required; with at least 5 years Healthcare experience and demonstrated ability to effectively work with law enforcement preferred

EDUCATION

Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Texas Department of Public Safety – Texas Private Security Bureau Registration – Non Commissioned Security Officer training and certification 180 Days required Certified Healthcare Protection Administrator (CHPA) preferred A Place Where You Belong We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute. Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) Caregiver Leave Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement updated 8/7/2025 Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Children's Health by 2x Get notified about new Director of Security jobs in Dallas, TX . Dallas, TX $100,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago Dallas, TX $74,000.00-$100,000.00 3 weeks ago Chase Oaks Church - Security Director (Legacy Campus) Senior Director of Security Architecture and Engineering Director - IT Infrastructure and Network Assistant Director of IT, Enterprise Services Plano, TX $129,203.00-$229,505.00 2 months ago Associate Director, Security Delivery Management Dallas, TX $160,000.00-$180,000.00 5 days ago Director of Operations | Full-Time | Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, TX $120,000.00-$140,000.00 17 hours ago Irving, TX $135,200.00-$236,600.00 5 days ago Senior Application Security Assurance Associate Director Dallas, TX $150,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago Technical Director of Product Management Dallas, TX $200,000.00-$225,000.00 2 weeks ago Director, Platform Identity Access Management We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's Health

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Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Shift work,

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