Security Officer Armed - Recruit
About The Position
Sentara Health is hiring a full-time Security Officer Armed Recruit at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. This transitional role is for newly hired Security Officers preparing to advance to an Armed Security Officer role. During the 120-day transition period, the employee completes training and obtains required certifications to develop the skills and qualifications needed to carry a weapon and work as a fully Armed Security Officer. Failure to obtain the required job-specific certifications within the prescribed timeframe results in termination of employment. Employment is contingent on passing pre-employment screening, including a fitness assessment and psychological evaluation. An annual fitness assessment is required, and psychological evaluations are required every three years as a condition of continued employment. The position is scheduled for evening shifts from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with rotating weekends. The base pay range for full-time employment is $19.86–$29.15 per hour. Additional compensation may be available, including shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonuses. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is a 525-bed tertiary care facility in Norfolk, Virginia, and is home to the region’s only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit. It is the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School and includes specialized services such as heart and vascular care, neurosciences, neurosurgery, oncology, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health. Sentara Health describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and a tobacco-free environment.
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.
- Complete required job-specific certifications within 120 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of security, military, or police experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete training and required certifications during the 120-day transition period.
- Develop the skills, training, and certifications required to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer.
- Complete annual fitness assessments 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 system and employee eligibility criteria
- Potential additional compensation, including shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
