Job Description

This employee shall be dedicated to the safety and security of James River Church staff and visitors by utilizing public relations and skills to ensure a welcoming environment. The Security Officer should administer rules and regulations in a friendly and courteous manner, while promoting the mission of James River Church to ‘Reach the Lost’. They will follow James River Church’s safety and security policies and procedures. They will also report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions to the appropriate departments while maintaining confidentiality and protecting facility assets. Essential duties will include the incorporation of the new Dream Team volunteers and may require working Sunday and Wednesday services or event hours.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Monitor entrance and exit of all persons gaining entrance to the building.
• Maintain log-in and log-out sheets as requested.
• Display excellent customer relations.
• Assist the Early Childhood and Preschool department with needs.
• Maintain James River Church security policies.
• Document all incidents with a detailed report, including photos if needed.
• Notify police, fire, and medical as needed.
• Notify appropriate James River Church Staff of emergency/ urgent situations or of persons with questionable intent.
• Assist with emergency situations within or on the campus facility.
• Provide daily activity reports on all incidents within the day.
• Ensure clothing and appearance is clean and professional.
• In conjunction, work with each departments Dream Team Coordinator for all incoming new Dream Teamers.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid/AED and other medical certificates requested.
• Training along with James River Security team personnel is required.
• Manage Kids Security volunteers and Leaders for your campus.
• Some Saturdays and most Sundays are workdays.
• Willingness to drive to James River Church, Ozark location as requested/required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to get along well with others as well as handle confrontational matters in a professional and Christ-like manner.
• Manage time and priorities appropriately.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a variety of situations.
• Speak clearly. Talk to others to convey information effectively.
• Engage in active listening. Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand points being made, and ask questions for understanding without interrupting.
• Use critical thinking. Use logic and reason to determine possible outcomes or conclusions.
• Use good judgment.
• Computer skills including word processing and schedule keeping.
• Must be punctual, pleasant, and tactful with professional appearance and conduct.
• Must maintain confidentiality.
• May be required to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Able to climb, lift, stoop, carry or pull.
• Ability to interact positively with and provide service to others at all levels within James River Church.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervising personnel, coworkers, business professionals, and the public.
• Exhibit, honesty, integrity, responsibility, and punctuality through the utilization of professional work standards.
• Must have strong analytical skills.

Code of Conduct & Character

James River Church is Pastor-led and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are considered leaders and therefore agree to the following:

1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

a. Daily devotional time with the Lord.

b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.