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Sentara

Security Officer, Unarmed

Norfolk, VA

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$10,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Second (Evenings)

Overview:

Sentara is hiring a Security Officer - Unarmed

This position is fully onsite.

Location: Sentara Fort Norfolk

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM

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.

The Security Officer provides a physically safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and employees at Sentara Facilities. The Security Officer actively patrols campus and monitors activity through various methods and means.

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.

Education

High school Diploma (Required)

Certification/Licensure

Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) required within 90 days of hire

Handle with Care certification required within 90 days of hire

Valid Driver's license (Required)

Experience

1 year of security experience (Required)

Must have good driving record.

Experience in law enforcement (Preferred)

Patrolling experience (Preferred)

Must be willing to carry a gun, if needed

Other Requirements

Must be capable of participating in a physical fitness assessment (Required)

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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $20.38 - $30.78 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

  • 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

  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Resources Plan
  • Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

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.

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