Security Director

Sagebrush Community Church is a dynamic and growing community that values the safety of our guests, staff, and volunteers. The mission of Sagebrush is to know Christ and to make Christ known. Our Security team is a collaborative environment where each team member works to make the mission of the church possible through their dedication to the security of Sagebrush campuses. 

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Security to ensure a safe and welcoming environment at each Sagebrush site. This position is ideal for someone with extensive experience in overseeing security teams for large events and in public spaces where people of all ages and walks of life are present. The Director of Security will carry out proactive security protocols to identify, mitigate, and resolve potential threats before the situation escalates.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Lives a life that is Christ-centered in alignment with the Sagebrush Staff Covenant.
• Ability to maintain confidential information using grace and discretion.
• High school diploma or GED required, secondary education or vocational training in a related field strongly preferred.
• Certification in security or a related field preferred.
• 5-10+ years of experience in professional security, such as event security, corporate security, law enforcement, or a related field required.
• Proficiency in security technology, including computer software programs and gear like radios, security cameras, RFID entry, and other related tech.
• Familiarity with a multisite church model and the complexities of a large-scale church environment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and calm during times of crisis and high levels of activity.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills to ensure necessary information is communicated across all levels and security events are documented appropriately. Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with team members, church leadership, ministry leaders, volunteers, and contractors.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take a proactive approach to security. Develop training content and train personnel for various scenarios to ensure a quick and appropriate response when concerns arise. 
• Utilize security programs and related gear including surveillance software, radio headsets, security cameras, RFID entry, and other technology related to maintaining the safety and security of every service environment.
• Collaborate with team leads across all departments to ensure each ministry area understands security practices applicable to their teams.
• Maintain a visible presence and oversee security during all service times and special events.
• Create security plans for special events, taking into consideration the various aspects of each event including time, location, entry and exits, expected attendance, notable staff and on-stage team members in attendance, and other needs specific to the event type.
• Partner with law enforcement as needed.
• Ensure emergency response and crisis management plans are up to date for each campus. Communicate these plans to the relevant staff.
• Mitigate the risk for safety concerns through regular review of the safety of each campus. Provide guidance on compliance with relevant safety laws, communicate any concerns with executive staff.
• Work with leadership to oversee the hiring, scheduling, training, and performance of security team members, including staff, contractors, and volunteers. Ensure adequate coverage.
• Take on any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and be in alignment with our church values.

ABOUT US

Sagebrush is a multisite church with multiple community locations based in Albuquerque, NM, with a thriving online community. Sagebrush remains culturally relevant and Biblically pure. We offer a casual environment where people can experience contemporary worship and engage with one another through the teaching of the Bible.

Knowing Christ and making Him known is at the heart of our mission at Sagebrush Church. We're a team of fully devoted followers of Christ who are driven by reaching one more for Jesus. Our beliefs and core values are the driving factors for what we do as a team.

GOOD TO KNOW 

During the selection process, Sagebrush Church's practice is to provide preference to those who attend a weekly service and align with the Staff Covenant, Church Values, and Beliefs. In addition, we offer an excellent benefits package, including paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision health plans, employer-sponsored life insurance, and retirement plans. But really, we're just an amazing place to work!

COME WORK WITH US!

At Sagebrush, we truly care about our staff's wellbeing. We understand that staying well allows us to care for others and advance the mission. We provide a robust benefit package to care for our team members and their families. With comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance at low premiums, full coverage for mental health care, 8 weeks of maternity leave, generous PTO, and an excellent retirement plan with employer contribution, our goal is for each team member to be supported in caring for their physical, mental, spiritual, and financial well-being.

Beyond that, we are committed to personal, professional, and spiritual growth. We have excellent training, a tuition assistance program, and a library of resources to promote your development and further the mission: to know Christ and to make Christ known.

Our beliefs and core values are the driving factors for what we do as a church. If you think this role might be for you, check us out online, read our church beliefs, watch a service, and then submit your resume.

Not ready for this step? That’s ok; we have an amazing Apprenticeship Program where people can learn more about full-time ministry. Visit www.sagebrush.church/apprenticeship

Sagebrush Church's employment policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, sex, age, marital status, veteran status, or national origin. Discrimination based upon any of these factors is inconsistent with our church values and not tolerated. The church does, however, reserve the right to employ persons who have a Christian background and a philosophy of ministry and who, in the opinion of the church, have a work history and lifestyle which is consistent with the Scriptural principles the church embraces.