Campus Public Safety Officer & First Responder

Broward College; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FRS pension

Wellness program

Vacation & PTO

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Broward College seeks a Public Safety Officer to provide emergency and non-emergency safety services for its Broward College community. The role enforces laws and college policies, conducts investigations, and documents incidents to maintain a secure environment across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include proactive patrols, responding to calls, administering first aid when needed, and coordinating with emergency services.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• One year of prior related public safety experience; campus experience preferred.
• CPR with AED certification within six months; Florida Class D License or active law enforcement cert.
• Valid Florida driver's license, ability to work varied shifts including nights and weekends.
• Ability to use safety equipment, radios, cameras, alarms, and incident reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive patrols by vehicle, bike, or on foot to enhance safety and deter crime.
• Respond to calls, assess scenes, administer first aid if needed, and follow ICS principles.
• Investigate incidents, interview subjects, collect evidence, and prepare detailed reports.
• Operate equipment including computers, CCTV, alarm systems, and patrol vehicles.
• Perform safety escorts, conduct inspections, and participate in crime prevention activities.
• Assist in training new staff and support parking enforcement and event security.
• Process evidence and provide testimony when required; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public safety

Law enforcement

Fire life safety

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Cameras surveillance

Access control systems

Emergency management software

Fire alarms

Job description

Broward College seeks a Public Safety Officer to provide emergency and non-emergency safety services for its Broward College community. The role enforces laws and college policies, conducts investigations, and documents incidents to maintain a secure environment across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include proactive patrols, responding to calls, administering first aid when needed, and coordinating with emergency services.