Security Officer - Armed

Sentara Health is hiring an Armed Security Officer for Sentara Port Warwick in Newport News, VA. This is a Full-Time position with a rotating schedule.

Hours

• Monday through Friday, the Security staff works three shifts: 7am - 3:30pm, 3pm - 11:30pm, and 11pm - 7:30am.

• Over the weekends, there may be a 12-hour and a 4-hour shift.

• New hires are asked to be flexible to start and to move to a regular schedule.

• Schedules are set to match the two-week pay period, with most Officers working part of their 40 hours on alternate weekends.

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.
 
The 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

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

​Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record (Required)

• Virginia DCJS – Armed Officer Certificate within 90 days of hire (Required)

• Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) within 90 days of hire (Required)

Experience

• One year of security experience (Required)

• Former military or law enforcement experience (Preferred)

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