Armed Security Officer

Sentara Health•South Boston, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital is looking for an Armed Security Officer for their Night Shift position. Overview 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 Senior Armed Security Officer actively monitors Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances. In the event a weapon is found, the armed officer will inform the visitor/patient that the weapon is not allowed in the hospital. Officers may secure the weapon for the duration of the persons’ visit for safekeeping. Armed officers may patrol the campus and monitor activity in and around buildings and grounds and respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations. This individual performs camera surveillance, maintains department logs and records, uses computer skills for documentation of daily activities, conducts security investigations, evaluates situations, and takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution. Sentara has implemented a Fit for Duty assessment to ensure that our officers meet a minimum standard of fitness. Officer must pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider.

Requirements

High school Degree (Required)
Officer Must also obtain Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire.
Certified Healthcare Security Officer and Handle with Care Certification required within 90 days of hire.
Officer Must also obtain Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees
Exercise discretion regarding the use of weapons, only utilizing their weapon in times of extreme attack when ALL non-violent options have been exhausted.
Actively monitors Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances.
Inform visitor/patient that the weapon is not allowed in the hospital if a weapon is found.
Secure the weapon for the duration of the persons’ visit for safekeeping.
Patrol the campus and monitor activity in and around buildings and grounds and respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations.
Perform camera surveillance
Maintain department logs and records
Use computer skills for documentation of daily activities
Conduct security investigations
Evaluate situations, and takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution.

Benefits

Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B with matching funds, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.
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