This is a Part-time position-Primary schedule is Monday through Friday. Coverage for events outside of regular schedule, as needed
Compensation is between $30.09 to $35.00 per Hr. DOE
Benefits for PT employees 20-29 hours/week. Retirement plan participation, paid time off accrual, holiday pay, bereavement pay, King's tuition discount, service awards and the commute subsidy.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united, yet diverse family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.

CRISTA is five distinct ministries, each with their own vision and mission. And yet, they are all part of the CRISTA family. Each ministry has answered the call to serve in their unique way, striving together toward one goal—to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve.

CRISTA MINISTRIES VISION

To transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through sustainable, Biblical Christian ministries.

CRISTA MISSION STATEMENT

CRISTA is a family of Ministries empowered to serve the needs of the World with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

CORE VALUES

• Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
• Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
• Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.

POSITION SUMMARY

The CRISTA Resource Officer position is accountable for advising and educating all of CRISTA Ministries and Resource Departments on creating and maintaining a safe, non-violent secure Campus environment and provide a highly visible presence to deter or identify criminal activity on campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)

DUTIES:

School Safety:

• Provide classroom-based instruction for students, faculty and Staff on violence prevention.
• Identify potential at risk students for violent behavior and engage in relationships in partnership with school counselors and administration.
• Work with counselors and staff to provide students with referrals to service agencies as necessary.
• Be visible within the school community, attending and participating in school functions and events.
• Initiate interactions with students, parents and staff to promote a positive relationship between minority communities and law enforcement.

CRISTA Community Leadership:

• Act as a deterrent to anyone who would bring violence to CRISTA Campus
• Be an active member and leading advisor for CRISTA’s Crisis Management Support Team (CMST) in reviewing and designing effective systems, protocol, and responses for organizational wide needs.
• Serve as a liaison between local police and CRISTA Administration, collaborating with CRISTA’s Security department on safety plans for events and activities.
• Identify safety and security risks and areas for improvement in facilities and campus environment.
• Respond to critical incidents within the community, protecting the safety of all staff, students, residents and administration while also ensuring that the appropriate speed and depth of support in working with local law enforcement.
• Collaborate and provide expertise to the community and support CRISTA’s Security department on critical organizational issues and incidents.
• Security Consultant liaison for all CRISTA properties.

Training and Instruction:

• Identify, lead and train administration on protocols for critical incident response such as “Active Shooter”, campus Lockdown or any threat of violence situations.
• Provide instructional courses to Schools and CRISTA communities on safety/defense training and violence prevention.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Maintaining current safety and security training annually
• Completion of CRISTA Resource Officer annual action plan
• Feedback from CRISTA Staff
• Direct Feedback from CMST and Supervisor

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

CHRIST CENTERED

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
• Ongoing affirmation of alignment with and support of CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• 10 years in law enforcement. SWAT or Gang squad experience a plus.
• 5 Years Community Relations and Communications
• Staff and Customer relations

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• Annual Weapon Certification
• Concealed Weapons permit
• Active Shooter prevention and response training

SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

General computer schools including Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Word

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Comfort and expertise working in a multi-ethnic and multi-racial environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• 15 years in law enforcement
• Community and Police Force liaison
• Drug and Alcohol prevention training
• Student Counseling

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.

Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.