Security Officer - Armed

About the role

The Armed Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees at Sentara Virginia Beach General. This position requires the ability to exercise discretion regarding the use of weapons, only using them in extreme circumstances after exhausting all non-violent options.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees at Sentara Virginia Beach General
• Monitor Concealed Weapons Detection Systems at division entrances
• Patrol the campus and monitor activity in and around buildings and grounds
• Respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations
• Conduct camera surveillance, maintain department logs and records, and use computer skills for documentation of daily activities
• Conduct security investigations, evaluate situations, and take appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record
• Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) within 90 days of hire
• One year of security experience

Qualifications

• Pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider

Skills

• Discretionary use of weapons
• Use of Concealed Weapons Detection Systems
• Patrol and monitoring of campus and grounds
• Emergency response and situation evaluation
• Computer skills for documentation
• Security investigation and resolution

Benefits

• 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
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Shifts are rotating.