Security Officer - Armed

Sentara Albemarle Regional Medical Center, LLC; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Job summary

Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, NC is hiring an Armed Security Officer for the third shift (nights). The role ensures a physically safe environment for patients, visitors and staff, with duties including investigations, situational assessment, and timely resolutions.

The position requires an Armed Officer Certificate within 120 days of hire, a valid driver's license, and security experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Armed Officer Certificate within 120 days of hire
• Certified Healthcare Security Officer within 120 days of hire
• Handle with Care Certification within 120 days of hire
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Provide a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees.
• Conduct security investigations, evaluate situations and take appropriate action.
• Document daily activities and outcomes, maintain detailed records.
• Adhere to Sentara security policies and procedures and participate in ongoing training.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Armed Officer Certificate within 120 days of hire

Certified Healthcare Security Officer within 120 days of hire

Handle with Care Certification within 120 days of hire

Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record

Job description

City/StateElizabeth City, NCWork ShiftThird (Nights)Overview:Sentara Health is hiring an Armed Security Officer for Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, NC!Status: Full-Time, NightsThe Armed Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. All Sentara Armed Security Officers possess the ability to exercise discretion regarding the use of their weapons, only utilizing their weapon in times of extreme attack when ALL non-violent options have been exhausted.for documentation of daily activities, conducts security investigations, evaluates situations, and takes appropriate steps for professional and timely resolution.To bolster safety and security for our patients and team members:Sentara has implemented a Fit for Duty assessment to ensure that our officers meet a minimum standard of fitnessOfficer must pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service ProviderEducation:High School Diploma or EquivalentCertification/LicensureValid Driver's License with an acceptable driving recordArmed Officer Certificate within 120 days of hireCertified Healthcare Security Officer and Handle with Care Certification required within 120 days of hireExperience:1 year Security experience (Preferred)Former military, law enforcement, probation, or security officer experience (Preferred)Keywords: safety, security, surveillance, monitoring, military, sheriff, officer, DCJS, armed, Talroo-Allied HealthWe 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.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.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: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.