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Armed Security Officer

Halifax Regional Hospital, Inc.
South Boston, VA Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/6/2027

City/State

South Boston, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Overview:

Flexi/PRN (12 hours per week) has the potential to go full-time

Rotating schedule: 6:30a-6:30p, 6:30a-2:30p, 2:30p-10p


Overview

The 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.


Education

  • High school

Certification/Licensure

  • Officer Must also obtain Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire.


Experience

  • The Senior Armed Security Officer actively monitors Concealed Weapons Detection System(s) at division entrances.
  • In the event a weapon is found, the armed officer will inform the visitor/patient that the weapon is not allowed in the hospital.
  • Officers may secure the weapon for the duration of the persons’ visit for safekeeping.
  • Armed officers may patrol the campus and monitor activity in and around buildings and grounds and respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations.
  • This individual performs camera surveillance, maintains department logs and records, uses computer skills 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 fitness.
  • Officer must pass the Psychological Evaluation and Assessment conducted by the Sentara selected Service Provider.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.30 - $35.96 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, 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. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

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 Halifax Regional Hospital is fueled by the expertise of a well-established medical staff representing more than two-dozen specialties, while remaining focused on excellent care. Services at this hospital include cardiovascular services, emergency services, family birthing center, hospitalist program, imaging/radiology services, laboratory services, nephrology services, orthopedic services, rehabilitation services and surgical services. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

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.

Salary : $5,250

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