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Supervisor-Security & Emergency Management

HSHS · O'Fallon, IL · $29.55–$44.32 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 29, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This role covers daily security at St. Elizabeth's and market-level emergency management. How have you handled both kinds of work before?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance day-to-day security leadership with planning for large-scale emergencies.

Tell me about a time you led a team through a real emergency.

What they are checking: Calm, organized leadership under pressure when it counts.

How do you build relationships with local police, fire and EMS?

What they are checking: Ability to coordinate with external partners before a crisis, not just during one.

Tell me about a time you had to win support from clinical leaders for a safety change.

What they are checking: Influence across departments in a complex clinical setting.

What would you do

An officer on your team used more force than needed during an incident. What do you do?

What they are checking: Accountability and fairness in handling staff conduct issues.

A severe storm warning comes in on a weekend while you're on call. What steps do you take?

What they are checking: Quick activation of plans and communication when the usual team isn't on site.

About the work

Walk me through how you would set up a hospital response to a mass casualty event.

What they are checking: Knowledge of incident command, surge planning and coordination with outside agencies.

How do you keep an Emergency Management Program compliant with Joint Commission and CMS rules?

What they are checking: Familiarity with regulations like the hazard vulnerability analysis and required drills.

How do you plan and run a drill so people actually learn from it?

What they are checking: Realistic exercises and after-action reviews that improve readiness.

How do you train security officers in de-escalation and keep their skills fresh?

What they are checking: Commitment to training that reduces violence and injuries in the hospital.

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The full job description

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Pay Range: $29.55 - $44.32 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is seeking a Supervisor-Security & Emergency Management to join our team. The Supervisor – Security & Emergency Management is responsible for overseeing daily security operations while providing market-level leadership for emergency preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery efforts. This role ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff while advancing a comprehensive and compliant Emergency Management Program. The Supervisor leads staff, coordinates with internal and external partners, and supports organizational readiness across complex clinical and operational settings. Position Specifics: o Department: Security o Core Function: Support Services o Schedule: Full time, weekends and on call as needed o Facility: St. Elizabeth's Hospital o Location: O’Fallon, IL o Compensation that aligns with your experience Education Qualifications • Associate's degree in Criminal Justice, Security, Safety, Emergency Management, Public Safety, Fire Science, or a related field is required. • A high school diploma or equivalent plus three years of experience in security, public safety, or law enforcement may be considered in lieu of an associate's degree. Experience Qualifications • Three years of experience in healthcare security, law enforcement, or safety is required. • One year of demonstrated leadership experience is required. • Five years of experience in healthcare security and/or safety is preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certification is required within one year of hire. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org

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