Armed Security Officer- day shift

Overview

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is hiring an Armed Security Officer.

The Armed Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. All Sentara Armed Security Officers possess the ability to exercise discretion regarding the use of their weapons, only utilizing their weapon in times of extreme attack when ALL non-violent options have been exhausted.

The Armed Security Officer actively monitors Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances, informs visitors/patients that weapons are not allowed, may secure the weapon for safekeeping, patrol the campus, monitor activity, respond to routine and emergency situations, perform camera surveillance, maintain department logs and records, use computers for documentation, conduct security investigations, evaluate situations, and take appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution.

First (Days)

Virginia Beach, VA

To bolster safety and security for our patients and team members:

• Implement a Fit for Duty assessment to ensure officers meet a minimum standard of fitness
• Pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider
• Obtain Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire
• Obtain Certified Healthcare Security Officer and Handle with Care Certification within 90 days of hire

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (Required)
• Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire (Required)
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) within 90 days of hire (Required)

• One year of security experience (Required)
• Former military, law enforcement, or security officer experience preferred

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is a 174-bed acute care hospital that provides quality clinical outcomes, experienced physicians, and advanced technology. It specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological, comprehensive breast care services, and family maternity with a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. It also hosts Virginia’s only Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

This is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.