Security Officer - Armed

Job description

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift: Second (Evenings) 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. Hours: Full Time, Evening shift: 3pm - 11pm (8-hour shifts) 5 days on, 2 days off 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 individu...