Security Guard

LifeSpire of Virginia; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

4.5% Employer Retirement Contribution

HSA Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Supportive Environment and Leadership

Amazing Residents and Collaborative

Job summary

LifeSpire Of Virginia seeks full-time Security Guards to support our community, The Chesapeake, in Newport News, Virginia. Shifts include Evening 4:00 pm–12:30 am and Midnight 12:00 am–8:30 am.

This mission essential role protects residents and campus operations, requiring flexible hours, on-call capacity, and clear communication with residents and team members. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a customer service or security-related role preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to relate to the needs and concerns of senior adults.

Responsibilities

• Makes regular security and safety rounds inside and outside community buildings.
• Follows assigned security schedules and job routines.
• Communicates clearly, courteously, and professionally with residents, visitors, and team members.
• Responds quickly and appropriately to urgent care needs and dispatches responses to calls for assistance.
• Uses computers and emergency response systems, including the SARA system.
• Operates equipment such as vehicles, radios, carts, phones, and computers.
• Complies with infection control regulations and policies.
• Assists in security-related training, including fire drills and emergency evacuations.
• Maintains accurate logs and records in a timely manner.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Empathy for seniors

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

LifeSpire Of Virginia Is Looking For Security Guards To Support Our Community, The Chesapeake, In Newport News, Virginia! We Are Looking For Full-Time Security Guards For The Following Shifts

• Evening Shift: 4:00 pm. – 12:30 am.
• Midnight Shift: 12:00 am. – 8:30 am.

Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living

At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together.

Guided by our core values— Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy— we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 4.5% Employer Retirement Contribution
• HSA Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Supportive Environment and Leadership
• Amazing Residents and Collaborative Teams

Are you ready to grow your career in a meaningful way? Join LifeSpire and make an impact—starting today!

Working Hours & Mission Essential Position

This is a mission essential position responsible for supporting the safety and well-being of residents and the continuity of campus operations. The employee in this role must report for duty during emergencies, inclement weather, utility disruptions, or other events impacting the community. Consistent presence is required to maintain life-safety functions, critical communications, and emergency response capabilities.

This Position

• Requires working days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Requires the ability to work flexible hours based on departmental and operational needs.
• May serve in an on-call and/or fill-in capacity as needed to ensure adequate staffing and continuous security coverage.
• Requires employees to report to work during emergency operations when requested, in accordance with LifeSpire's emergency preparedness and staffing policies.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Makes regular security and safety rounds inside and outside community buildings.
• Follows assigned security schedules and job routines.
• Communicates clearly, courteously, and professionally with residents, visitors, and team members.
• Responds quickly and appropriately to urgent care needs and dispatches responses to calls for assistance.
• Uses computers and emergency response systems, including the SARA system.
• Operates equipment such as vehicles, radios, carts, phones, and computers.
• Complies with infection control regulations and policies.
• Assists in security-related training, including fire drills and emergency evacuations.
• Maintains accurate logs and records in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a customer service or security-related role preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to relate to the needs and concerns of senior adults.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.