Security Officer

Sentara
parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), 403(b)
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
Mar 04, 2025
City/State Norfolk, VA Overview Work Shift Second (Evenings) (United States of America) Sentara is hiring a Full-time Security Officerat the Fort Norfolk location in Norfolk, VA. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent Valid Drivers License 1 year of security experience preferred HANDLE WITH CARE (HWC) certification and Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) - Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) required within 90 days of hire Successful completion of Fit for Duty Assessment This is a Full-time, Monday-Friday 40 hour per week position.* The working hours are from 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm. This position will require travel throughout Hampton Roads during working hours to patrol, secure buildings, and respond to alarms. This position also requires the ability to walk for an extended amount of time. Check out this video from Kenneth about a day in the life of a Sentara Security Officer: https://tinyurl.com/5285kf5x Responsibilities: The Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees at Sentara's Free-standing Clinical locations throughout Hampton Roads. The Security Officer actively patrols campus and monitors activity in and around buildings and grounds and responds 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. The four-part assessment includes a response walk, a stair climb, a drag to safety, and a lift. Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve! Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include: Medical, Dental, Vision plans Paid Time Off, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, and Emergency Caregiver Leave Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Paydown programs 401k/403B, 401a plans Career Advancement Opportunities Work Perks For more information about our employee benefits,CLICK HERE! Sentara 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. keywords: DCJS Armed Security officer, Department of Criminal Justice Services, Talroo-NCP & Entry Level, LinkedIn, Monster, Norfolk, Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) - Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS), patrol, FEMA, workplace violence. Job Summary The Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Hospitals and Free-standing Emergency Departments. The Security Officer actively patrols campus and monitors activity in and around buildings and grounds and responds 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. * The four-part assessment includes a response walk, a stair climb, a drag to safety and a lift. Qualifications: HS - High School Grad or Equivalent (Required) Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) - Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS), Driver's License - Certification - Other/National, Driver License - Certification - North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV), Driver License - Certification - Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (VDMV), HANDLE WITH CARE Certification (HWC) - Certification - Workday Learning Security Skills Active Listening, Communication, Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, Microsoft Office, Service Orientation, Speaking, Writing Sentara Healthcare 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. Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at ecfr.gov for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.