Vp, protective services and emergency management

The VP, Protective Services and Emergency Management provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of systemwide security, safety, and protective services across Atlantic Health System. This role is responsible for a large, diverse portfolio, including physical security, cybersecurity alignment, emergency management partnership, executive protection, parking and transportation, and telecommunications operations.

The VP leads a team of 200+ in-house and contracted personnel, managing an annual operating budget of approximately $14.3M+, while ensuring the implementation of best-in-class cyber, technological, physical, and operational security practices that align with healthcare regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Core Competencies

Strategic & Systems Thinking

• Ability to anticipate emerging risks and design proactive, scalable security strategies
• Balances long-term vision with operational execution

Executive Presence & Influence

• Builds trust and credibility with senior leadership, clinicians, and external partners
• Communicates complex risk concepts clearly and confidently

Crisis Leadership & Resilience

• Demonstrate calm, decisive leadership in high-pressure situations
• Leads through ambiguity and ensures organizational readiness

Collaboration & Relationship Building

• Fosters strong cross-functional partnerships (clinical, HR, IT, facilities, legal)
• Builds productive relationships with external stakeholders and agencies

Operational Excellence

• Drives performance through data, metrics, and accountability
• Ensures consistency and quality across a large, complex system

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Leverages technology and industry best practices to enhance safety and efficiency
• Promotes a culture of continuous learning and improvement

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Leads engages, and develops a large, diverse workforce
• Promotes a culture of professionalism, service, and accountability
• Builds strong leadership bench strength and succession plans

Equity, Safety & Culture Alignment

• Champions a culture of psychological and physical safety
• Ensures security practices are equitable, respectful, and patient-centered
• Aligns security operations with Atlantic Health System’s values and commitment to inclusive care