Security Officer Armed- Recruit, Night Shift
About The Position
The Security Officer Armed Recruit role is a transitional position for newly hired Security Officers preparing to become Armed Security Officers. During the 120-day transition period, the employee will complete training and obtain the required certifications to qualify for the Armed Security Officer role. The position focuses on developing the skills, training, and certifications 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 starting employment, the employee must successfully complete and obtain the job-specific certifications within 120 days; failure to do so will result in termination. An annual fitness assessment is required, and a psychological evaluation is required every three years as a condition of continued employment. The role is based at Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia, and is scheduled for the third (night) shift. The stated full-time base pay range 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.
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 and obtain the job-specific certifications within 120 days of beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of security, military, or police experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete the training and required certifications during the 120-day transition period to prepare for progression to an Armed Security Officer role.
- Develop the skills and qualifications needed to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer.
- 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 if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met
- 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
