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Samaritan's Purse

On-Call Security Officer

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What they do

A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.

$38,929 / year median in Maryland

+2% projected growth

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On-Call Security Officer Samaritan's Purse - 4.4 Windsor Mill, MD Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Report preparation Computer operation Computer literacy Writing skills English Incident Escalation Use of force training Physical security risk assessment Public safety procedures Contracts Typing Incident report writing Contract negotiation Escalation handling General management Physical security incident reporting State-specific police officer certification Instructional design Full Job Description Get Involved! What do we believe? Demonstrate Biblical Integrity At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work. Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/ What is the opportunity? Respond with Compassionate Action 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 have the opportunity to serve in an on-call capacity as coverage for our full-time Security Officers. You will be given the responsibility to protect the safety and well-being of all persons and property at your assigned Samaritan's Purse location. This is an incredible opportunity to serve alongside Samaritan's Purse and ensure we can operate safely and continue to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Join us and use your skills to serve the Kingdom! In the role of On-Call Security Officer , you will have the opportunity to: 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. What are the qualifications? Serve with Excellence As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience: 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) 3-307: 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 skills Effective 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 What are the benefits? Walk in Bold Faith Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including: 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
Type:
Part-Time, On-call Department:
Security Location:
Windsor Mill, MD Language Requirement:
Fluency in English