Officer

Florida Institute of Technology; Melbourne (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Tech seeks a Security Officer to support campus safety through patrols, emergency response, and community interaction. The role involves monitoring campus activity, directing traffic, and providing safety information to students, staff, and visitors.

Entry-level and developmental, the position requires a high school diploma with the possibility of Florida security licensure. The department operates in a 24/7 environment, including nights and holidays, and offers training through the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience or training in law enforcement, security, or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible university representative 24/7 and provide a secure environment for students, affiliates, and visitors.
• Conduct patrols via foot, bicycle, golf cart, and vehicle; provide services, access functions, and escorts as requested.
• Provide safety awareness and general safety information through daily contact with the campus community and visitors.
• Identify safety hazards and coordinate resolutions with the appropriate department.
• Respond to emergencies, coordinate law enforcement, medical, and fire assistance, and notify campus as directed.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain activity logs using the CAD system; answer calls and dispatch via two-way radio.
• Work special events to provide traffic, parking, and crowd control.
• Monitor parking areas, issue citations, and maintain access to fire lanes and handicapped spaces.

Skills

Communication skills

Patrol procedures

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAD system

Job description

The Florida Tech Department of Security Officers are responsible for campus surveillance and the patrol of buildings to provide a visible presence that deters crime. Officers respond to all emergencies and routine calls for service in a timely manner and coordinate effectively with police, fire, and emergency medical personnel. Additional responsibilities include providing general safety information through daily interaction with the campus community, monitoring campus activity, special events, and parking areas, assisting members of the community, enforcing traffic and parking regulations, and dispatching calls and answering campus security telephones. The position requires minor physical exertion, including pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 25 pounds, as well as the ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods without rest or assistance.

Department of Security Officers operate within a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week environment. Due to the nature of the position, officers are expected to work an 80-hour pay cycle with a fluctuating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Role and Expectations

Security Officers are required to successfully complete all basic training requirements and actively participate in the department’s Field Training Program. Officers must maintain proficiency in weapons familiarization in accordance with departmental standards. This position is considered entry-level and developmental in nature; therefore, assignments will initially be limited in scope, with restricted independent responsibilities until required competencies and performance standards are demonstrated.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a visible and proactive university representative 24/7, provide a secure environment for the university students, affiliates, and visitors.
• Conduct patrols via foot, bicycle, golf cart, and vehicle, provide services, access functions, and escorts as requested.
• Provide safety awareness through daily contact with the university community and visitors by providing general safety information, directions, and parking information.
• Identify actual or potential safety hazards or conditions and coordinate a resolution with the appropriate department or area.
• Provide assistance to university personnel in matters involving potential violations of the University policy wherein conduct or behavioral expectations are disruptive to the mission of the university.
• Respond to all emergencies, coordinate law enforcement, medical, and /or fire assistance, provide a proactive role after the emergency has concluded, and make appropriate notifications on campus as directed.
• Prepare incident reports and related written communication, maintain activity logs, and utilize the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system as appropriate, answer telephone calls, and dispatch calls via two-way radio.
• Work special events to provide traffic, parking, and crowd control as needed.
• Assist the parking program by monitoring parking areas, issuing citations, and maintaining access to fire lanes, handicap spaces, and roadways owned and/or controlled by the University.
• Performs initial Title IX investigations, ensuring all appropriate information and counseling are provided to the complainant and then forwarded to the appropriate staff.
• Any other related duties as assigned by the Department of Security administration or shift supervisors are included within the Security Officer’s responsibilities.
• May be required to work during emergency situations, which may require the officer to remain at the university until the emergency situation has terminated.
• Work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements Include:

• High School Diploma Required.
• Additional certifications, licensing, degrees, and/or training in law enforcement, security, or related fields are preferred.
• Must have the ability to obtain a State of Florida, Class D: Security Officer License and a State of Florida, Class G: Armed Security Officer License within 30 days of the hire date.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license and maintain a good driving record as determined by Florida Tech guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email [e-mail], or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech’s 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.

You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department of Security Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, during normal business hours, or by accessing the following website 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).

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