Armed Campus Safety Officer — Protect & Support Students

Indian River State College; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian River State College in Port Saint Lucie, FL seeks an armed Campus Safety Officer to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment across campuses. You will patrol properties, respond to incidents, enforce policies, and support emergency preparedness.

The ideal candidate brings calm judgment, de‑escalation skills, customer‑service mindset, and strong observational abilities to collaborate with students and staff while protecting people and property.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with 4 years public safety experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Firearms certification preferred.
• CPR/First Aid preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse college community.

Responsibilities

• Patrol college properties and respond to incidents and emergencies.
• Enforce campus rules and policies; conduct safety inspections.
• Prepare and file incident and safety reports; communicate via radio and phone.
• Assist in emergency preparedness drills and campus safety planning.
• Provide basic first aid and de-escalate tense situations.

Skills

Public safety

De-escalation

Communication

Patrol operations

Education

Associate degree

Florida driver’s license

Job description

Indian River State College in Port Saint Lucie, FL seeks an armed Campus Safety Officer to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment across campuses. You will patrol properties, respond to incidents, enforce policies, and support emergency preparedness.

The ideal candidate brings calm judgment, de‑escalation skills, customer‑service mindset, and strong observational abilities to collaborate with students and staff while protecting people and property.