Ministry Center Security Manager

Location:

Englewood, CO, United States
Job
Date Posted:
Jan 14, 2026

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Samaritans Purse is calling a dedicated and mission-minded leader to serve as the Ministry Center Security Manager standing as the chief authority on security at the Colorado locations. In this vital role, you will uphold and enforce security procedures, respond swiftly to incidents, and take decisive action to protect the safety and well-being of all staff, volunteers, and guests. Whether coordinating directly with local authorities or leading internal security operations, you will be entrusted with significant responsibility and autonomy.

Drawing on your experience, discernment, and a heart to serve, you will plan and execute security strategies with creativity, courage, and conviction to support the life-changing work of the ministry.

Hourly Rate: $26-$30 (Range may vary in markets outside of Colorado)

A Day in the Life of a Ministry Center Security Manager:

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

In the role of Ministry Center Security Manager, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
• Ensure security teams are trained to advance and eliminate threats to staff on campus
• Follow Ministry guidelines along with federal and state laws and be capable of employing reasonable force, up to and including lethal force
• Balance critical security functions with the need to maintain a welcoming and friendly environment for all staff and visitors
• Identify threats to staff and facilities and act to eliminate them or mitigate their impact. Document events or activities with written reports and conduct threat assessments as needed
• Supervise all activities of Samaritans Purse On-Call Security Officers, law enforcement, and security contractors on the assigned campus
• Build relationships by coordinating with local law enforcement agencies to reinforce internal deterrence and response capabilities
• Oversee security for major events at the assigned Ministry Center
• Support scheduling of Samaritans Purse Security staff, law enforcement, and contracted security officers to ensure security coverage
• Perform security functions, including screening pedestrian and vehicular traffic for authorization to enter the premises, operating various equipment, including card access, fire and burglar alarms, video cameras, and ministry vehicles, monitoring activity across the campus through physical patrols and the use of video surveillance equipment, and controlling access to the campus according to Samaritan's Purse policy
• Stay abreast of all Samaritan's Purse facilities, policies, procedures, and regulations that affect the safety and security of Samaritans Purse building occupants
• An associates degree and at least five (5) years of leadership or management experience in civilian and/or military law enforcement, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• General knowledge of security principles, protocols, and 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 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 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
• Ability to conduct risk assessments

Job Location: Englewood, CO

Type: Full-Time

Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)

Benefits:

• On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)
• 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