Security Officer - Armed

Overview

Sentara Health is hiring an Armed Security Officer for Sentara Leigh Hospital, in Norfolk, VA. This is a Full‑Time position with an evening shift schedule.

Full time, evening shift: 3pm - 11pm (8‑hour shifts)

5 days on, 2 days off

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 person’s 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.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required).
• Valid Driver’s 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).

• One year of security experience (Required).
• Former military or law enforcement experience (Preferred).

• 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.
• 401(k)/403(b) with Employer Match.
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000.
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development.
• Pet Insurance.
• Legal Resources Plan.
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Located in Norfolk, VA, Sentara Leigh Hospital is a 274‑bed acute care facility that opened in 1903 and relocated to its present site in 1977. The hospital completed a renovation in 2016, including two new patient towers, a beautiful atrium, and a multi‑story parking garage. It includes a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital, serves as a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, and specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, maternity care, and general surgery.

It also hosts the region’s only 24‑hour hyperbaric oxygen program.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its 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.