Healthcare Jobs at Duke University with Visa Sponsorship

Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 269011
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710
Personnel Area: CENTRAL ADMIN MANAGEMENT CTR
Date: Apr 21, 2026

Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Director, Healthcare Facility Security, you will collaboratively develop, implement, and monitor security processes in the medical environment that are consistent with regulatory and industry standards, as well as Duke University Campus Police Department (CP), Duke Health System, and medical facility leadership expectations.

This position reports to the Director, Health System Security within the Campus Police Department. The role is expected to be available to monitor and manage significant security incidents at assigned medical facilities and to serve as a trusted security partner within a complex healthcare environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires communication and analytical skills generally acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree program or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required.

Preferred Education and Training

Extensive specialized experience and certification in healthcare security management through the International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS), with knowledge of the Clery Act, HIPAA, CMS, and Joint Commission requirements.

Experience

Work requires knowledge of security management and operations in a healthcare setting, generally acquired through four years of related experience, including two years of supervisory experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage performance to ensure quality outcomes by establishing performance standards and goals for security operations, benchmarking with other agencies, understanding and meeting priorities, and developing inspection and monitoring systems to ensure compliance.
• Collaboratively develop standards by incorporating input from officers, healthcare staff, leadership, and industry practices.
• Track and analyze data to inform operational and strategic security decisions.
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures in compliance with hospital policies and state and federal laws.
• Ensure compliance with security-related standards of The Joint Commission and base procedures on recommendations from the International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS) and applicable Duke policies.
• Assist in crafting healthcare security policy.
• Supervise, educate, train, and mentor healthcare security personnel.
• Serve as the Campus Police representative on various committees and keep the Director, Health System Security informed.
• Provide consultation to Duke University Health System entities on security measures and technologies related to new construction or renovations, consistent with Health System guidelines and IAHSS recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with the Director, Health System Security and hospital leadership to develop consistent security policies, measures, and technologies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with hospital leaders and directors, Campus Police, first responders, and prison and jail managers.
• Work to reduce the risk of workplace violence among healthcare clinical staff and Campus Police staff; recommend and support risk-reduction efforts and serve on behavioral assessment teams.
• Maintain the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information, using and disclosing only the information necessary to perform job functions.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage special events and dignitary visits.
• Supervise and/or conduct security programs for hospital staff and others as needed.
• Work closely with Health System Emergency Management to ensure coordinated response efforts.
• Evaluate and assess physical security technologies and operational processes.
• Analyze incident data and recommend processes to reduce harm.
• Perform other duties incidental to the work described.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assess problems objectively, understand others’ viewpoints, and collaborate effectively.
• Values others and works to develop teams through appropriate training and experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to de-escalation techniques and customer service.
• Proven ability to lead teams and demonstrate social responsibility.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help protect the people and places that make Duke Health exceptional.

Anticipated Pay Range: Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $78,161.00 to USD $156,319.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and reasonable accommodation(s) can be requested with Duke Access and Accommodations Services (email: DAAS@duke.edu; phone: 919-668-1267).

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