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2026-06-18T00:54:40-05:00 JR-101715 Security Officer –
Armed
JR-101715
Department and Name
Security-
Norfolk General Hospital Physical Location
Norfolk,
VA Location Type
On-Site
Employment Status
Regular-Full time
Shift
First (Days)
Posted Date
June 23, 2026 Apply Now Share Job Security Officer –
Armed
JR-101715
Department and Name
Security-
Norfolk General Hospital Physical Location
Norfolk,
VA Location Type
On-Site
Employment Status
Regular-Full time
Shift
First (Days)
Posted Date
- June 23, 2026 Apply Now Share Job Job Overview Sentara Health is hiring an Armed Security Officer for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, in Norfolk, VA. This is a Full-Time position with a day shift schedule. Hours Full Time, Day shift 7:00am – 3:30pm (8-hour shifts) Rotating Weekends 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 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 Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required) Certification/Licensure Valid Drivers 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)
- Experience One year of security experience (Required) Former military or law enforcement experience (Preferred) Keywords safety, security, surveillance, monitoring, military, officer About Us Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission – “we improve health every day.” Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the country, with 34,000 employees, 12 hospitals in Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina including 10 hospitals with the prestigious Magnet® recognition, and the Sentara Health Plans division which serves more than 1 million members in Virginia and Florida. Sentara is recognized nationally for clinical quality and safety, and is strategically focused on innovation and creating an extraordinary health care experience for our patients and members. Sentara was named a Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), was recognized by Forbes as “America’s Best-In-State Employer” (2024), “Best Employer for Veterans” (2022, 2023), and “Best Employer for Women” (2020), and named to IBM Watson Health’s “Top 15 Health Systems” (2021, 2018). Learn more Our Culture At Sentara, our differences are our strengths. The unique backgrounds, skills, and experiences that each Sentara colleague brings to work make Sentara special and allow us to deliver excellent service and care to our patients, members, and communities. Learn more Our Benefits We are committed to consistently enhancing our training, advancement tracks, work-life benefits, and more. Our goal is to make you feel more excited to be here every day! Learn more The Sentara Nursing
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- Experience No matter where you choose to join us, in an inpatient or outpatient setting, you will be part of an interdisciplinary Clinical team passionate about quality care and patient safety. You will have access to the tools and technologies you need to succeed and the chance to learn and grow through training and educational programs so you can advance your career as a Clinical professional. The Sentara
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- Experience As part of Sentara Health, Sentara Medical Group providers have diverse opportunities across regions and inpatient and outpatient locations. For those providers based in one of 12 hospitals, we have close working relationships with the administration, ensuring a collegial and collaborative environment where all can come together around shared initiatives. Guided by a dedicated board of providers, Sentara Medical Group not only offers leadership opportunities for its providers but also underscores the group’s crucial role in fulfilling Sentara’s overarching mission to meet the needs of our diverse patient populations, some of our most vulnerable communities. Our physicians and APPs enjoy opportunities for both personal and professional career growth through a network of resources aimed to cultivate an environment suitable for a lifelong career home. Your Perspective Matters Nurses are the heartbeat of our exceptional team. Our approach empowers nurses to actively participate in decision-making. Our nurses have a stake in shaping their workplace as well as their own career growth; one of the benefits of our focus on supporting and valuing team members. This framework encompasses our nursing mission, vision, values, philosophy, and the essential elements of our Professional Practice Model. This image illustrates the Sentara Nursing Professional Practice Model. Read more about it on The Sentara Nurse
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