The Hospital Security Lieutenant is responsible for overseeing the Police Department's Division of Security which entails a Director of Security and 65 additional non-sworn positions.  The Department's Security Division provides services to both the UVA Medical Center and academic Grounds.

The Director of Security is responsible for the safety and security of University students, patients, faculty and clinical staff members.  The Director of Security is also charged with management of 66 Security staff members facilitating hiring, training, and accountability.