Security Officer- Armed
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, the officer completes the training and certifications needed to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer. The role's primary function is to develop the necessary skills, training, and certifications for that transition. An offer is contingent on passing pre-employment screening, including a fitness assessment and psychological evaluation. After employment begins, the officer has 120 days to complete and obtain the job-specific certifications defined in the job profile. Failure to obtain them within that timeframe results in termination. An annual fitness assessment and psychological evaluations every three years are conditions of continued employment. The position is based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at Sentara Princess Anne Hospital. The base pay range for full-time employment is $19.86–$29.15 per hour. Compensation may also include shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities; pay 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.
- Complete the job-specific certifications defined in the job profile within 120 days of beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of security, military, or police experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete training and certifications during the 120-day transition period to prepare for the Armed Security Officer role.
- Develop the skills, training, and certifications needed to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer.
- Complete and obtain job-specific certifications within 120 days of beginning employment.
- 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 plans
- Critical illness plans
- Life insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
- Tuition assistance up to $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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
