University of Florida

Director of Security & External Transportation

University of Florida$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred
  • 5+ years in mid-management or executive-level security or law enforcement roles
  • Healthcare security leadership experience preferred
  • 6+ years managing security operations in healthcare environment
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proficient in Joint Commission safety and security standards

Responsibilities

  • Direct, plan, implement, and monitor security, transportation, and parking operations.
  • Ensure safety and security of all hospital stakeholders and assets.
  • Develop and enforce security policies and operational protocols.
  • Lead security operations including incident response and coordination with law enforcement.
  • Oversee transportation and parking services for customer-focused delivery.
  • Maintain compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory safety standards.
  • Provide leadership and performance oversight for departmental teams.
  • Foster relationships with hospital leadership and external partners.
  • Communicate effectively, especially in high-pressure situations.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Support for emergency preparedness initiatives
  • Focus on maintaining a welcoming atmosphere
  • Engagement with a diverse range of stakeholders
Full Job Description
Overview

The Director of Security, External Transportation, and Parking is responsible for the strategic leadership, planning, and operational oversight of security services, transportation operations, and parking management across the organization. This role ensures a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, employees, and hospital assets while maintaining compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and administrative guidelines.

The Director collaborates with clinical and administrative leadership to support hospital operations, emergency preparedness, and safety initiatives while promoting exceptional service and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Direct, plan, implement, and monitor the overall operations of Security, External Transportation, and Parking services.
  • Ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and hospital property across all facilities.
  • Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and operational protocols in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards.
  • Lead security operations including incident response, investigations, emergency preparedness, and coordination with law enforcement and public safety agencies.
  • Oversee transportation and parking operations to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery.
  • Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards and other regulatory requirements related to hospital safety and security.
  • Provide leadership, direction, and performance oversight for departmental staff and management teams.
  • Foster strong working relationships with hospital leadership, clinical teams, and external partners.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, particularly in high-pressure or urgent situation

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Master's degree preferred

Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of mid-management or executive-level security or law enforcement program experience required
  • Healthcare security leadership experience preferred, including at least 6 years managing security operations in a healthcare environment

Skills and Competencies
  • Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively with executives, clinicians, staff, and the public
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in urgent or high-pressure situations
  • Thorough knowledge and practical application of Joint Commission safety and security standards

About University of Florida

The University of Florida (UF) is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida. It is a senior member of the State University System of Florida and traces its origins to 1853 and has operated continuously on its Gainesville campus since September 1906. The University of Florida is one of sixty-two elected member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU), the association of preeminent North American research universities, and the only AAU member university in Florida. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities ? Very high research activity".
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