Security - Global Security Assistant

About the Role

Mercy Ships is a global faith-based charity that uses hospital ships to bring life-changing surgeries and transformational medical training to people in some of the most challenging contexts along the African coast. This part-time, on-site position in Lindale, Texas, offers an opportunity to contribute to our mission by assisting in security operations, policy development, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and identify risks.
• Engage with the community to foster an atmosphere of security awareness.
• Provide a visible security presence during onboarding and events.
• Assist with Microix for contracts and vendor payments.
• Maintain the ISC Situation Room in a ready state for emergencies.
• Develop and implement a plan for a security office at the ISC entrance.
• Support the ISC Security Manager with campus duties.
• Conduct security inspections around the ISC property.
• Review, edit, and update security policies and procedures.
• Assist with investigations of losses, threats, or breaches.
• Write comprehensive security reports.
• Organize meetings, including invitations and agendas.
• Assist with the annual department budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or accredited certificate in Security Management, Social Sciences, Law, Disaster Management, or related field.
• Two years of professional experience in security management, assessments, law enforcement, or military service.
• Experience operating in difficult and stressful conditions.
• Ability to analyze and interpret professional journals, technical reports, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency in defining problems, collecting data, and drawing valid conclusions.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.

Skills

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to remain calm in fast-paced and stressful situations.
• Attention to detail and diligence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding and application of servant leadership and collaborative work.

Pay

Compensation range for this position is $20 - $23/HR.

Schedule

This is a part-time, 10-hour per week on-site position. May require off-shift and weekend work.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting: 4-6 hours per workday.
• Walking: 1-2 hours per workday.
• Standing: 2-4 hours per workday.
• Stooping: 1-2 hours per workday.
• Bending several times per workday.
• Lifting up to twenty-five pounds.
• Climbing steps: 3-4 times per workday.