Armed Security Officer
About The Position
The Security Officer Armed Recruit role is designated for newly hired Security Officers preparing to transition to an Armed Officer role. During the 120-day transition period, employees complete training and required certifications to develop the skills and qualifications needed to carry a weapon and work as a fully Armed Security Officer. Employment is contingent on passing pre-employment screening, including a fitness assessment and psychological evaluation. After employment begins, incumbents must successfully obtain the job-specific certifications within 120 days; failure to do so results in termination. An annual fitness assessment is required, and psychological evaluations are required every three years as a condition of continued employment. The role is based in Suffolk, Virginia, at Sentara Obici Hospital. The work shift is rotating. The hospital is a 175-bed facility providing patient-centered care and specializing in services including orthopedic and spine care, heart and vascular care, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and heartburn treatment. Sentara offers market-competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The stated base pay range for full-time employment is $19.86–$29.15 per hour. Additional compensation may include shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- State DMV motor vehicle record and a current valid driver’s license.
- Pass pre-employment screening, including a fitness assessment and psychological evaluation.
- Successfully complete required job-specific certifications within 120 days of beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of security, military, or police experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete training and required certifications during the 120-day transition period to prepare for a fully Armed Security Officer role.
- Develop the skills and certifications required to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer.
- Complete job-specific certifications within 120 days of beginning employment.
- Complete an annual fitness assessment and psychological evaluations every three years as conditions of continued employment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000.
- Paid time off and sick leave.
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave.
- Emergency backup care.
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match.
- Tuition assistance of $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
- Student debt pay-down up to $10,000.
- Pet insurance.
- Legal resources plan.
- Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus, subject to established system and employee eligibility criteria.
- Educational assistance or student loan repayment.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid military leave.
- Voluntary benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
