Security Officer

Samaritan's Purse; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Disability Insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement

Holidays

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Aurora, CO is seeking a Security Officer to protect people, property, and ministry operations at the Aurora site. You will maintain a visible security presence and respond to incidents, while supporting our mission to share the Gospel.

The role requires basic law enforcement training and at least 3 years of experience, plus English fluency. It is a full-time, on-site position with a 12-hour swing shift and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Basic Law Enforcement Training and minimum 3 years' experience as a Law Enforcement Officer or equivalent.
• Must be eligible to complete and pass any required training and certifications.
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional security presence and deter undesired activity on campus.
• Screen traffic, control access, and secure buildings per schedule.
• Monitor video surveillance, alarms, and security systems for threats.
• Greet staff and visitors and respond to emergencies per procedures.
• Accurately document incidents in logs and reports.

Skills

Keyboarding

English Fluency

Crisis Response

Self-motivation

Trustworthiness

Patience

Education

Basic Law Enforcement Training

3+ years Law Enforcement Experience

Tools

Security systems monitoring software

Job description

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

Location: Aurora, CO, United States

Job ID: 15866

Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026

Get Involved!

What do we believe?

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotion 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

Samaritan's Purse is seeking Security Officers to serve at our Aurora, Colorado, location. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your skills and experience to help protect the safety and well-being of people, property, and ministry operations at the Aurora site.

This is an incredible opportunity to serve alongside Samaritan's Purse and play an important role in supporting our mission to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ around the world. Join us and use your skills to serve the Kingdom!

In the role of Security Officer, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Maintain a Professional Security Presence: Always conduct yourself as a security professional, maintaining a visible, welcoming presence that helps deter undesirable activity and supports a safe ministry environment.
• Protect Campus Access and Safety: Screen pedestrian and vehicular traffic, control access during non-business hours, and open, close, and secure buildings according to established schedules and procedures.
• Monitor and Respond to Security Concerns: Conduct regular physical patrols and monitor video surveillance, alarms, access-control systems, and other security equipment to identify potential threats, hazardous conditions, or unauthorized activity.
• Support Staff, Visitors, and Emergency Response: Greet staff and visitors whenever practical, remain familiar with Samaritan's Purse facilities, policies, and safety procedures, and promptly notify law enforcement or follow emergency call-in procedures when situations require.
• Document and Communicate: Accurately record noteworthy activity, security concerns, and incidents in shift logs or appropriate reports, helping protect people and property while supporting Samaritan's Purse's mission of serving others in Jesus' Name
• Other duties may be assigned that are not specifically identified in the job description.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

• Basic Law Enforcement Training and minimum 3 years' experience as a Law Enforcement Officer or equivalent, required
• Must be eligible to complete and pass any required training and certifications
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills, strongly preferred
• Motivated self-starter; sees a need and takes initiative
• Trustworthy and mature
• Patients when tasks are routine, but quick on their feet to respond to a crisis
• Fluency in English is required

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

• On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)
• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
• 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
• 10 sick days

Type: Full-Time

Department: Security

Location: Aurora, CO

Language Requirement: Fluency in English

Pay Rate /Salary: $25-$28 per hour (range may vary in markets outside of Colorado)

Shift: Full-Time role: 12-hour Swing Shifts