The Armed Security Officer is responsible for helping provide a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for employees, students, church members, counseling clients, volunteers, visitors, and guests. This position provides a visible security presence, responds to emergencies, assists with investigations, and works collaboratively with church leadership, school administration, counseling center staff, and local law enforcement when appropriate.
The Armed Security Officer serves in a professional, calm, and service-oriented manner while supporting the mission and values of Spanish River Church. A pre-employment drug screening is required for all candidates offered employment. Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
Security Operations Patrol church, school, counseling center, and parking areas on foot and by vehicle. Maintain a visible security presence during church services, school hours, counseling appointments, special events, athletic events, and evening activities. Monitor entrances, exits, and campus access. Assist in enforcing campus security procedures. Respond promptly to suspicious activity, disturbances, alarms, medical emergencies, and security incidents. Conduct building security checks including doors, windows, gates, and perimeter inspections. Assist with opening and securing buildings.
- Emergency Response Respond to emergencies using sound judgment and established protocols.
- Coordinate with local law enforcement, fire rescue, and emergency medical personnel.
- Assist with lockdowns, evacuations, shelter-in-place procedures, and other emergency responses.
- Provide initial incident assessment until emergency responders arrive.
- Maintain familiarity with emergency response plans.
- Safety & Risk Management Identify and report safety hazards.
- Assist with traffic flow during school dismissal, church services, funerals, weddings, and special events.
- Monitor security cameras and alarm systems when assigned.
- Document incidents and prepare accurate written reports.
- Assist with investigations involving accidents, thefts, or policy violations.
- Community Relations Greet visitors professionally.
- Provide directions and assistance to guests.
- Build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, church members, volunteers, and counseling clients.
- Exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Qualifications Required High school diploma or GED.
- Valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Valid Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearm License.
- Valid Florida Class "D" Security Officer License (or ability to obtain).
- Ability to legally carry a firearm while on duty.
- Ability to successfully pass criminal background screening and drug screening.
- Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification or ability to obtain.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Preferred Retired law enforcement officer strongly preferred.
- Previous experience as a sworn law enforcement officer, school resource officer, military police, or armed security officer.
- Experience working in schools, churches, or nonprofit organizations.
- Active Shooter Response or ALICE training.
- Crisis Intervention Training (CIT).
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent situational awareness.
- Strong conflict de-escalation skills.
- Sound judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to write detailed incident reports.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Physical Requirements Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently patrol buildings and outdoor campus areas.
- Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Climb stairs.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
- Ability to respond quickly during emergencies.
- Work Schedule Schedules may include: Early mornings Evenings Weekends Holidays Special events Emergency call-ins Hours will vary based on church services, school operations, counseling center hours, and special events.
- Equipment Used Firearm and duty belt Radio communications equipment Mobile phone Computer Security cameras Access control systems Patrol vehicle (if assigned) First aid/AED equipment Faith & Mission Expectations As an employee of Spanish River Church Inc. and it’s ministries, this position is expected to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the mission, values, and beliefs of the organization. Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, respect, and Christ-like conduct while interacting with staff, students, church members, counseling clients, volunteers, and guests. Top of Form *
- Spanish River Church, Spanish River Christian School, Spanish River Counseling Center is a Drug-Free Workplace. We participate in E-Verify *
- Spanish River Christian School screens all employees using the clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
