5/15 Hiring Event - Security Officer (Armed)

Sentara Health Plans; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Security Officers to ensure safety at their facilities. This role involves active patrolling, monitoring activities, and responding to emergencies, contributing to a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. With both full-time and part-time positions available, candidates will benefit from comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while providing essential services to the community. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000

Legal Resources Plan

Opportunities for annual discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 1 year related experience in security preferred.
• Driver's License required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and secure environment for patients and staff.
• Patrol campus and monitor activity around buildings.

Skills

Active Listening

Communication

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Microsoft Office

Service Orientation

Speaking

Writing

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Job description

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5/15 Hiring Event - Security Officer (Armed)

Apply locations Norfolk, VA posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR-79141

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Multiple shifts available

Overview:

Sentara Health is hosting a Security Officer Hiring Event on May 15th from 3pm - 6pm at Norfolk General Hospital.

The address is 600 Gresham Drive, Norfolk, VA 23507.

Officers can be hired to support one of the following hospitals: Sentara Leigh, Sentara Obici, Sentara Princess Anne, Sentara Norfolk General, or Sentara Virginia Beach General.

Full Time and Part Time positions are available.

Job Requirements

• Required: High School Degree or Equivalent
• Required: 1 year related experience. Previous security experience preferred.
• Required: Active Listening, Communication, Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, Microsoft Office, Service Orientation, Speaking, Writing skills.
• Required: Driver’s License.

Position Overview

The Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. The Security Officer actively patrols the campus, monitors activity in and around buildings and grounds, and responds appropriately to routine and emergency situations. Responsibilities include camera surveillance, maintaining logs and records, using computer skills for documentation, conducting security investigations, evaluating situations, and taking appropriate actions for resolution. Teamwork is emphasized, with everyone working together to ensure safety. Click here to hear Christian describe a day in the life of a Security Officer with Sentara Healthcare.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Reimbursement for Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy 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 CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Opportunities for annual discretionary bonuses based on system and employee criteria

At Sentara, we are dedicated to enhancing training, career advancement, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make every day rewarding for our team members.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is a 525-bed tertiary care facility in Norfolk, VA, home to the region's only Level I Adult Trauma Center and burn trauma unit. It serves as the primary teaching hospital for Eastern Virginia Medical School and offers specialized services including heart and vascular, neurosciences, neurosurgery, urology, oncology, spine care, advanced imaging, behavioral health, maternity, and women’s health, including a neonatal intensive care unit.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. Our workforce reflects the communities we serve, and we are committed to a tobacco-free environment.

Remote Work Eligibility: Sentara employs associates in several states, including Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

About Us

Sentara Health is a nonprofit healthcare provider based in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina, with over 131 years of service. We operate 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000-member health plan. Recognized as an "Employer of Choice" for over ten years and with multiple awards, we focus on professional development and ongoing employment support.