Officer

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Florida Institute of Technology is seeking Security Officers to patrol campus, deter crime, and respond to emergencies while coordinating with police, fire, and EMS. The role includes enforcing parking regulations, assisting with events, and monitoring campus activity to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include patrols by multiple means, providing safety information, and preparing incident reports.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Preferred certifications in security or related fields.
• Must be able to obtain Florida State licenses within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as campus representative 24/7 to provide a secure environment.
• Conduct patrols by foot, bicycle, golf cart, and vehicle.
• Provide safety information and parking guidance to the campus community.
• Identify hazards and coordinate resolutions with the appropriate department.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with police, EMS, and fire personnel.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain activity logs using CAD.
• Monitor traffic and assist with crowd control during events.
• Assist parking program with citations and access management to fire lanes.
• Perform initial Title IX investigations and advise appropriately.
• Work alternate hours during emergencies as needed.

Skills

Patrol

Public Safety

Emergency Response

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CAD system

Two-way radio

Job description

The Florida Tech Department of Security Officers are responsiblefor campus surveillance and the patrol of buildings to provide avisible presence that deters crime. Officers respond to allemergencies and routine calls for service in a timely manner andcoordinate effectively with police, fire, and emergency medicalpersonnel.

Additional responsibilities include providing general safetyinformation through daily interaction with the campus community,monitoring campus activity, special events, and parking areas,assisting members of the community, enforcing traffic and parkingregulations, and dispatching calls and answering campus securitytelephones.

The position requires minor physical exertion, including pushing,pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 25 pounds, as well as theability to stand and/or walk for extended periods without rest orassistance.

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 afluctuating schedule, including nights, weekends, andholidays.

Role and Expectations:

Security Officers are required to successfully complete all basictraining requirements and actively participate in the department’sField Training Program. Officers must maintain proficiency inweapons familiarization in accordance with departmentalstandards.

This position is considered entry-level and developmental innature; therefore, assignments will initially be limited in scope,with restricted independent responsibilities until requiredcompetencies and performance standards are demonstrated.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as a visible and proactive university representative24/7, 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 theuniversity community and visitors by providing general safetyinformation, directions, and parking information.
• Identify actual or potential safety hazards or conditions andcoordinate a resolution with the appropriate department orarea.
• Provide assistance to university personnel in matters involvingpotential violations of the University policy wherein conduct orbehavioral expectations are disruptive to the mission of theuniversity.
• Respond to all emergencies, coordinate law enforcement,medical, and /or fire assistance, provide a proactive role afterthe emergency has concluded, and make appropriate notifications oncampus 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 dispatchcalls via two-way radio.
• Work special events to provide traffic, parking, and crowdcontrol as needed.
• Assist the parking program by monitoring parking areas, issuingcitations, and maintaining access to fire lanes, handicap spaces,and roadways owned and/or controlled by the University.
• Performs initial Title IX investigations, ensuring allappropriate information and counseling are provided to thecomplainant and then forwarded to the appropriate staff.
• Any other related duties as assigned by the Department ofSecurity administration or shift supervisors are included withinthe Security Officer’s responsibilities.
• May be required to work during emergency situations, which mayrequire the officer to remain at the university until the emergencysituation has terminated. Work designated alternate hours andperform other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements Include:

• High School Diploma Required.
• Additional certifications, licensing, degrees, and/or trainingin 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: ArmedSecurity Officer License within 30 days of the hire date.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license and maintain a gooddriving record as determined by Florida Tech guidelines.

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basisof race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability,age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status,veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in itsactivities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of theEducation Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate onthe basisof sex. Inquiries concerning the application of theNon-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed tothe Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 WestUniversity Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email [e-mail] , or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office forCivil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonableaccommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office ofHuman Resources at 321-674-8100.

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy andCampus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges anduniversities, both public and private, participating in federalstudent aid programs to disclose campus safety information, andimposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexualviolence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech’s 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includesstatistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimesthat occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings orproperty owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on publicproperty within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from,the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported tolocal law enforcement agencies, campus security and other CampusSecurity Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regardingcampus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention andawareness programs; related university procedures and importantguidance; and other essential safety information.

You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department ofSecurity Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, duringnormal business hours, or by accessing the following website2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directlyfrom the attended institution to the Office of Human Resourcesprior to the first day of employment. All international degreesmust have a course-by-course official evaluation and translationsent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluationcompany affiliated with the National Association of CredentialEvaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).

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