On-Call Security Officer | Windsor Mill, MD

Samaritan's Purse; Milford Mill (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Windsor Mill, MD is seeking an On-Call Security Officer to join our Security team. You will help maintain a safe, welcoming ministry environment by deterring undesired activity, guarding campus access, and greeting staff and visitors.

The role requires familiarity with security systems, report writing, and the ability to respond to incidents. This Associate/Temporary, on-call position supports humanitarian work and faith-driven service.

Qualifications

• Basic Law Enforcement Training with at least five years of experience in law enforcement, military, or related leadership/management roles.
• Current certification, or ability to be certified, as a Maryland Special Police Officer.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, use-of-force protocols, risk assessment, and security practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills for complex security situations.
• Effective written and verbal communication across diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide a professional, visible security presence and greet staff and visitors.
• Screen pedestrian and vehicle traffic to protect campus access.
• Monitor security systems and conduct regular patrols to identify threats.
• Respond to incidents and coordinate with local law enforcement when needed.
• Operate access control, alarms, and video systems to safeguard personnel and facilities.
• Document noteworthy activity and shift information accurately.

Skills

Security principles

Use-of-force knowledge

Incident reporting

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Education

Maryland Special Police Officer certification

Tools

Video surveillance

Access control systems

Alarm systems

Job description

Location: Windsor Mill, MD, United States
Job ID: 17695
Date Posted: Oct 28, 2026

Get Involved!

What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work. Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

Respond with Compassionate Action

We are seeking an On-Call Security Officer to join our Security team in Windsor Mill, MD. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Provide a professional, visible security presence that helps deter undesirable activity while warmly greeting staff and visitors and supporting a safe, welcoming ministry environment.
• Protect campus access and facilities by screening pedestrian and vehicle traffic, verifying authorization, controlling after-hours access, and opening, closing, and securing buildings according to established procedures.
• Monitor and respond to security concerns through regular physical patrols and video surveillance, identifying threatening individuals, reporting hazardous conditions, and contacting local law enforcement or emergency personnel when needed.
• Operate security and life-safety systems, including card access, fire and burglar alarms, video surveillance equipment, and ministry vehicles, to help safeguard staff, visitors, facilities, and ministry operations.
• Maintain strong situational awareness and accountability by knowing Samaritan's Purse facilities, policies, and procedures and accurately documenting noteworthy activity, incidents, and required shift information.
• Other duties as assigned

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

• Basic Law Enforcement Training with at least five years of law enforcement, military, or related leadership/management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current certification, or ability to be certified, as a Maryland Special Police Officer as described in MD. PUBLIC SAFETY Code Ann. 3-307 (2013) 3-307. and general knowledge of security principles, protocols, and MD. PUBLIC SAFETY Code.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, use-of-force protocols, risk assessment, and law enforcement/security practices.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex security situations, analyze information, and respond appropriately in uncertain environments.
• Effective written, verbal, and instructional communication skills, including report writing, group training, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate across diverse audiences.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Domestic Associate

• 401(k) retirement savings plan, when eligible

Type: Associate/Temporary

Department: Security

Location: Windsor Mill, MD

Language Requirement: English

Pay rate/salary: $26 per hour

Shift: On-Call