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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/
Samaritan's Purse is hiring a Security Officer to join our team in North Wilkesboro, NC. In this vital role, you'll help ensure the safety and security of our staff, visitors, and property across the Samaritan's Purse campus. If you're passionate about protection and service, come use your skills to make a difference for the Kingdom!
In the role of Security Officer, you will have the opportunity to:
Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
Conduct yourself as a security professional at all times, maintaining a visible and welcoming presence that helps deter undesirable activity and supports a safe ministry environment.
Screen pedestrian and vehicular traffic, control access during non-business hours, and open, close, and secure buildings according to established schedules and procedures.
Conduct regular physical patrols and monitor video surveillance, access-control systems, fire and burglar alarms, and other security equipment to identify threats, hazards, or unauthorized activity.
Greet staff and visitors, whenever practical, remain familiar with Samaritan's Purse facilities, policies, procedures, and safety regulations, and promptly identify threatening individuals and notify local law enforcement when necessary.
Report hazardous conditions, follow established emergency call-in procedures, and accurately document noteworthy activity in shift logs or incident reports, helping protect people and property in support of the ministry's mission.
Other duties may be assigned that are not specifically identified in the job description.
Serve with Excellence
As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:
Basic Law Enforcement Training and minimum 2 years' experience as a Law Enforcement Officer or equivalent, required
Must be eligible to complete/pass annual PPS training and certification as a PPS Officer through the North Carolina State Attorney General's office
Basic keyboarding and computer skills, strongly preferred
Motivated self-starter; sees a need and takes initiative
Trustworthy and mature
Patients when tasks are routine, but quick on their feet to respond to a crisis
Fluency in English is required
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: Full-Time
Department: Security
Location: North Wilkesboro, NC
Language Requirement: Fluency in English
