Security Officer; On Call Charlotte, NC

Security Officer (On Call)

Location:

Charlotte, NC, United States
Job
Date Posted:
Jul 9, 2026

Samaritans Purse is seeking an on‑call Security Officer to serve at our Ministry Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, you will serve as coverage for our full‑time Security Officers, protecting the safety and well‑being of all persons and property at your assigned location. This is an incredible opportunity to serve alongside Samaritans Purse and ensure we can operate safely while sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

* This is an on‑call position. Based on need, shifts could range from 8–12 hours. Opportunities to cover 1 shift, up to a full 3–5 day shift are available.

At Samaritans Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotion and spend time praying for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the globe.

In the role of Security Officer (On‑Call), you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
• Conduct yourself as a security professional at all times, creating an atmosphere to deter undesirable activity
• Greet all staff and visitors whenever practical to maintain a consistent visible presence
• Screen pedestrian and vehicular traffic for authorization to enter the premises
• Operate various equipment, such as card access, fire and burglar alarms, video cameras, and ministry vehicles
• Report hazardous conditions and follow all call‑in procedures in case of emergency
• Identify threatening individuals and alert local law enforcement
• Be familiar with all Samaritans Purse facilities, policies, procedures, and regulations that affect the safety and security of all occupants
• Monitor activity across campus through regular physical patrols and the use of video surveillance
• Control access to campus during non‑business hours; open/close and secure all buildings as scheduled
• Document all noteworthy activity in the shift log or appropriate incident report

• Basic Law Enforcement Training and minimum 3 years experience as a Law Enforcement Officer or equivalent – required
• Eligibility to complete and pass required training and certifications
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills, strongly preferred
• Motivated self‑starter; sees a need and takes initiative
• Trustworthy and mature
• Patient in routine tasks, but quick on feet to respond to a crisis
• Fluency in English – required

Type:
On-Call

Language Requirement:
Fluency in English (required)