Armed Security officer Recruit

Sentara Health

Virginia Beach (VA)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 40,000

Full time

31 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reim

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Job summary

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Security Officer Armed Recruit to support a 120-day transition to Armed Officer duties. The role includes completing required training, certifications, and maintaining fitness and psychological evaluations during the transition.

The base pay ranges from $19.86 to $29.15 per hour, with potential additional compensation like shift differentials and bonuses, depending on qualifications and location.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
State DMV Motor Vehicle Record and a current valid driver’s license are required.
1 year of security, military or police experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Transition role for newly hired Security Officers to prepare for Armed Officer duties.
Complete required training and certifications within 120 days.
Annual fitness assessment and periodic psychological evaluations are part of continued employment.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Security Officer Armed Recruit role is a role designated for newly hired Security Officers while preparing for successful transition to an Armed Officer role. During the transition period of 120 days all training and required certifications will be completed to allow them to progress to an Armed Security Officer role. The primary function of this transitional role is to further develop the necessary skills, training, and certifications required to carry a weapon and function as a fully Armed Security Officer.

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

State DMV Motor Vehicle Record and current Valid Driver’s license (Required)

Experience

1 year of security, military or police experience (Preferred)

An offer of employment for a Security Officer Armed Recruit is contingent on passing the pre-employment screening process, which includes a fitness assessment and psychological evaluation. Once the preemployment process is cleared and employment has begun, incumbents will have 120 days to successfully complete and obtain other job specific certifications, as defined in the job profile. Failure to obtain these certifications within the prescribed timeframe will result in termination of employment. Annual fitness assessment is required, and psychological evaluations are required every 3 years as a condition of continued employment in this position.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $19.86 - $29.15 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

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
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

About Sentara Princess Anne Hospital

Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is a 174-bed acute care hospital that provides quality clinical outcomes, experienced physicians, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach to care in southern Virginia Beach, as well as neighboring Chesapeake and Northeastern North Carolina communities. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological, comprehensive breast care services, and family maternity with a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. Our facility also is home to Virginia’s only Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

Remote Work Availability

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