Security Officer - Full Time, Rotating

Sentara
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), 403(b), remote work
United States, Virginia, Williamsburg
Apr 09, 2025
City/State Williamsburg, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview: Sentara Health is hiring a Security Officer for Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center in Williamsburg, VA. This is a Full Time position with a rotating schedule. Hours Monday through Friday, the Security staff works three shifts: 6am - 2:30pm, 2pm - 10:30pm, and 10pm - 6:30am. 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 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. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Certification/Licensure Valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification by International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) must be successfully obtained within 90 days of hire. Experience One year of security experience; Former military, law enforcement, or security officer experience preferred; De-escalation and Physical Intervention training completed within 180 days of hire. keywords: safety, security, surveillance, monitoring, officer We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$16.92 - $25.38Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. 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 * 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 Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, a Certified Primary Stroke Center, has 145 licensed beds and features the latest healthcare technologies, serving the region with the life-saving capabilities of an ultra-modern medical center. The hospital offers a full range of medical care from emergency heart catheterization to all-inclusive obstetrics care where patients can stay in one room. The hospital also provides advanced imaging and "smart" operating rooms. Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center has also achieved Magnet recognition, the nation's highest honor for excellence in nursing. 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.