Armed Security Officer

Overview

Sentara Virginia Beach General is hiring an Armed Security Officer to provide a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. Officers exercise discretion regarding the use of their weapons, only utilizing them in times of extreme attack when ALL non-violent options have been exhausted.

Key responsibilities include monitoring Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances, informing visitors/patients that weapons are not allowed, securing weapons for safekeeping, patrolling the campus and monitoring activity around buildings and grounds, responding appropriately to routine and emergency situations, performing camera surveillance, maintaining department logs and records, using computer skills for documentation of daily activities, conducting security investigations, evaluating situations, and taking appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution.

To bolster safety and security, officers must meet the Fit for Duty assessment standard and complete required psychological evaluation and certification.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
• Valid Drivers 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
• Fit for Duty assessment, Psychological Evaluation, and Handle with Care Certification required within 90 days of hire

• 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

Full-Time, Rotating Shifts.

Location:

Virginia Beach, VA.

Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. This is a tobacco‑free environment.