On-Call Security Officer

About the role

Samaritan's Purse is seeking an On-Call Security Officer to serve at our Ministry Center located in Baltimore, MD. In this role, you will serve in an on-call capacity as coverage for our full-time Security Officers. You will be responsible for protecting the safety and well-being of all persons and property at your assigned Samaritan's Purse location. This is an opportunity to serve alongside Samaritan's Purse and ensure we can operate safely while continuing to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
• Provide a professional, visible security presence that helps deter undesirable activity while warmly greeting staff and visitors and supporting a safe, welcoming ministry environment.
• Protect campus access and facilities by screening pedestrian and vehicle traffic, verifying authorization, controlling after-hours access, and opening, closing, and securing buildings according to established procedures.
• Monitor and respond to security concerns through regular physical patrols and video surveillance, identifying threatening individuals, reporting hazardous conditions, and contacting local law enforcement or emergency personnel when needed.
• Operate security and life-safety systems, including card access, fire and burglar alarms, video surveillance equipment, and ministry vehicles, to help safeguard staff, visitors, facilities, and ministry operations.
• Maintain strong situational awareness and accountability by knowing Samaritan's Purse facilities, policies, and procedures and accurately documenting noteworthy activity, incidents, and required shift information.
• Other duties may be assigned that are not specifically identified in the job description.

Requirements

• Associate's degree and a minimum of five (5) years of leadership or management experience in law enforcement and/or military or Department of Corrections; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Must be currently certified as, or be able to obtain certification as, a MD Special Police Officer as described in MD PUBLIC SAFETY Code Ann. 3-307 (2013).
• General knowledge of security principles, protocols, and MD PUBLIC SAFETY Code.
• Thorough knowledge of escalation of force principles.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations with limited information.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Effective communication and report-writing skills for documenting activities or events.
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills.
• Working knowledge of instructional methods, techniques, and instructional design.
• Ability to comfortably speak/instruct in front of a group of people and communicate complex concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to understand complex security situations and relate possible impact on security officers.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information to develop a complete picture of security situations.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and make timely and accurate decisions in complex or uncertain environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively across socio-economic, political, and cultural lines.
• Working knowledge of law enforcement/security mindset for scheduling security and negotiating contracts.

Benefits

• On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents).
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Long-term and Short-term disability insurance.
• Paid Family Medical Leave.
• Term Life Insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 12 vacation/personal days.
• 10 sick days.

Schedule

Part-Time, On-call

Location: Windsor Mill, MD, United States
Language Requirement: Fluency in English