Safety Officer: Part-time

About the role

The Safety Officer (SO) provides security for the church campus, visitors, staff, and students by maintaining a safe and secure environment. The SO responds to incidents, critical incidents, and handles emergency response activities when appropriate. The SO also provides training services to students, staff, and visitors at Calvary Church campuses as needed or directed. The SO will identify and evaluate security issues and provide quality solutions to maintain a safe and secure environment.

Schedule

20–29 hours per week on a swing shift, with flexibility to adjust according to the needs of the church. Regular shift hours are 1500–2100, with possible adjustments to 1530–2130 or 1600–2200 depending on church events.

Requirements

• Highly motivated and places God first.
• Available and willing to work days, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Must attend Calvary Church.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of Law Enforcement, Firefighter, Military, or Security Experience.
• No felony arrests.
• No arrests for Crimes of Moral Turpitude in the last 20 years.
• No DWIs or Domestic Violence arrests in the last 10 years.
• Basic computer, PowerPoint presentation, and report writing skills.
• Must have a cell phone.
• Courteous and willing to assist church members.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Proactive in support of the church and its beliefs, purpose, goals, policies, and programs.
• Flexible, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a problem solver able to handle multiple priorities in a high-pressure atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to understand and process required paperwork and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence.
• Observe for signs of crime or disorder and investigate disturbances.
• Secure all exits, doors, and windows after operations and arm building alarms.
• Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation using cameras if feasible.
• Provide assistance to people in need.
• Check surveillance cameras periodically to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
• Take accurate notes of unusual occurrences.
• Report in detail any suspicious incidents.
• Complete all required reports.
• Become CPR/First Aid certified within one year and respond to medical emergencies.
• Verbally de-escalate situations and utilize minimal use of force.
• Comply with all policies and procedures set forth by the Safety and Security Director and Calvary Church Albuquerque.
• Work at Calvary Osuna, Santa Fe, East Mountain, and Westside campuses as needed.
• Act as a liaison with Police and Fire Departments on all emergencies.
• Learn basic knowledge of camera software.
• Perform all other related tasks and duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Physically fit and able to stand and walk for long hours.
• Sufficient stamina to perform all essential job functions and training (Defensive Tactics, Firearms) for a normal shift and up to a 16-hour shift in an emergency.
• Able to bend and lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk the campus, climb stairs, and assist or carry a disabled, ill, or injured person.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
• Sufficient strength and flexibility for stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, lifting, carrying, and other movements.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional educational degrees or training certifications.
• Bilingual.
• Basic knowledge in presentations and training staff/volunteers in safety and security subjects such as active shooter response, bomb threats, and verbal de-escalation.