Security
SECURITY TEAM GUIDE
As the Church Security Team Lead, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of our congregation, staff, and facilities during services, events, and day-to-day operations. You will lead a dedicated team of security personnel, fostering a safe and welcoming environment where all can worship freely and without concern.
Responsibilities:
Host a team huddle.
Leadership: Provide strong, compassionate leadership to the security team, setting clear expectations and fostering a cohesive team environment.
Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with church leadership to develop security protocols, emergency response plans, and procedures for various church activities.
Training and Development: Conduct regular training sessions for security team members on topics such as emergency response, conflict resolution, and crowd management.
Supervision: Oversee day-to-day operations of the security team, ensuring appropriate coverage for services and events.
Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with church staff, volunteers, and external authorities to address security concerns and coordinate responses.
Risk Assessment: Continuously assess potential security risks and vulnerabilities, implementing proactive measures to mitigate them.
Community Engagement: Engage with the church community to build trust and rapport, serving as a visible and approachable presence during services and events.
Emergency Response: Lead the security team in prompt and effective responses to emergencies, providing guidance and support to ensure the safety of all individuals on church premises.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of incidents, security breaches, and responses, adhering to confidentiality and legal requirements.
Qualifications:
Experience in security management, preferably in a community or faith-based organization.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of security best practices and emergency response procedures.
Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions under pressure.
Commitment to the values and mission of the church.
Working Conditions:
Physical ability to stand, walk, and patrol church premises for extended periods.
SECURITY TEAM
Having a safe place for both adults and kids to come to know God is extremely important to us. The security team monitors all areas of our location to provide a safe environment for all who attend our service. If an occasion arose where someone was intentionally being disruptive or cause a threat to our kids classrooms, etc, the security team should respond quickly and professionally to ensure a smooth flow at every event.
“We hold ourselves to a higher standard because of who we serve”
Serve Overview
We play a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all members and visitors to our church. You will work with other team members to identify and respond to potential security threats and emergencies.
Qualifications
Must be 21 or older.
Able to remain calm in high stress situations.
Good judgment and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to work well in a team environment.
Physical fit and able to stand, walk, or run for extended periods of time.
Must pass a background check and complete required training.
Team Needed
(3-6) depending on size of campus
Before Service
Arrive on time, check-in, and attend Dream Team Rally to celebrate wins, hear vision, and pray before our serve.
Attend a team huddle.
Monitor and patrol the church premises.
Provide a visible and reassuring presence to deter potential threats.
Monitor Kids area at all times providing a safe environment for our kids.
During Service
Monitor and patrol the church premises.
Provide a visible and reassuring presence to deter potential threats.
Respond to any incidents or emergencies that may occur, including medical emergencies, disruptive behavior, or suspicious activity.
Communicate with other security team members and church staff to coordinate and response to incidents.
Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
After Service
Monitor and patrol the church premises.
Check your serve area for debris, personal items, and cleanliness to always “leave it better than we found it.”
Attend training sessions and meetings as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I wear? As we pursue excellence in all that we do, our standard dress is “smart casual” attire that combines well-fitting, polished casual attire with christ like standards.—think polo shirts, button-downs, appropriate t-shirts, chinos, jeans, and polished, practical footwear. If you ever have questions or are unsure, you can ask your Team Lead Dream Team Director.