Safety Officer: Full-time

Calvary Albuquerque•Albuquerque, NM

17h•Onsite

About The Position

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, when appropriate, handles emergency response activities. The Safety Officer also collaborates with La Luz Christian Academy’s Head of School and staff to create a safe learning environment for students and staff. The SO provides training services to students, staff, and visitors at Calvary Church campuses as needed or directed. The SO identifies and evaluates security issues and provides quality solutions to maintain a safe and secure environment. The schedule is based on a 40-hour workday with flexibility to change the schedule according to the needs of the church and school, i.e., Special events.

Requirements

Must be highly motivated and place God first.
Must be available and willing to adjust the schedule as needed, to include some weekends.
Regular shift hours are 0730-1530.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a Valid Driver's license and a clean driving record.
Must have a High School Diploma/GED.
Must have at least 5 years of Law Enforcement, Firefighter, Military or Security Experience.
Must not have been arrested on any felony charges.
Must pass a background check.
No arrests for Crimes of Moral Turpitude in the last 20 years.
No DWI’s or Domestic Violence arrests in the last 20 years.
Basic computer, PowerPoint presentation, and report writing knowledge and skills are a must.
Must have cell phone.
Must be courteous and willing to assist church members.
Must have the ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.
Must be proactive in support of the church and its beliefs, purpose, goals, policies and programs.
Must be flexible, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a problem solver able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously in a high-pressure atmosphere.
Must have excellent communication skills.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English sufficiently to understand and process all required paperwork and to communicate effectively with students, staff, and visitors.
Must be physically fit and able to stand and walk for long hours at a time.
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.
Must be able to bend and lift 50 pounds.
Ability to walk the campus, climb stairs, and to assist or carry a disabled, ill, or injured person.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Sufficient strength and flexibility for stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, lifting, carrying, and other movements.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

2 years of college coursework or training certifications
Bi-lingual.
Basic knowledge in presentations and being able to train staff and volunteers in applications related to safety and security subjects such as: active shooter response, bomb threats, and verbal de-escalation, mitigation, and liability courses.

Responsibilities

Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence.
Observe for signs of disorder or crime and investigate disturbances.
Secure all exits, doors, and windows after the end of shift 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.
Be CPR/First Aid certified within one year and respond to all medical emergencies.
Be able to verbally de-escalate a situation and utilize minimal use of force.
Work as a liaison with the Police and Fire Departments on all emergencies.
Comply with all policies and procedures set forth by the Safety and Security Director and Calvary Church Albuquerque in collaboration with La Luz Christian School's needs.
Perform all other related tasks and duties as assigned.