Security Officer - Armed_Flexi/PRN

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Conducts security investigations
• Evaluates situations
• Takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution
• Bolsters safety and security for our patients and team members

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record
• Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer and Handle with Care Certification required within 90 days of hire
• 1 year Security experience
• Former military, law enforcement, probation, or security officer experience (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Physical fitness to meet Sentara's Fit for Duty assessment
• Pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider

Skills

• Discretion regarding the use of weapons
• Ability to conduct security investigations
• Experience in security, military, law enforcement, probation, or security officer roles

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
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Pay

Details not specified

Schedule

Rotating work schedule (off every other weekend, Sat to Sun)