Imagine stepping into a pivotal role with the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS), located in Baton Rouge, LA, at a truly transformative moment. As the newly created Chief Security Officer, you will have the unique and exciting opportunity to shape the very foundation of security across our extensive healthcare network. This isn't just about filling a position; it's about building a vision. You will be empowered to conduct a comprehensive assessment of our current physical security infrastructure and emergency preparedness protocols, identifying both strengths and areas for enhancement. Your insights will directly inform the development and implementation of best-in-class strategies, ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors across all our facilities.

This role offers a remarkable platform to make a tangible and lasting impact. You will be entrusted with the responsibility of recommending and implementing innovative security solutions, from access control and surveillance systems to comprehensive emergency response plans encompassing a wide range of potential scenarios. Your expertise will be crucial in fostering a culture of safety and security throughout the organization. This is more than a leadership role; it's an opportunity to be an architect of security, crafting a robust and resilient framework that aligns with the compassionate mission and values of FMOLHS.

To excel in this critical position, you will need to be an exceptional communicator with a commanding executive presence. Your ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly and persuasively to executive leadership, clinical teams, and support staff will be paramount. You will serve as a trusted advisor, influencing key decisions and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders. Your strong interpersonal skills and unwavering commitment to our mission will enable you to build consensus, drive change, and ultimately ensure a secure and healing environment for all those we serve.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, candidates must have extensive experience in security and emergency management, preferably within a healthcare environment with director level and above experience. Experience reporting to executive leadership teams and Board's is required.

Expressions of interest and applications are welcome and can be made via the WittKieffer website using the WittKieffer Candidate Portal here or by sending resumes, nominations, and inquiries to Dan Young, Kyle Wiederhold or Stacy Lind, preferably via email at slind@wittkieffer.com.





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