Police Service Technician

Florida Atlantic University; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

State retirement options

PSLF program

Flexible work arrangements

Vacation and holidays

Education scholarship

Job summary

The Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University seeks a Police Service Technician at Ft. Pierce, FL to be the first point of contact for visitors, manage access at the gate, patrol campus, and assist with incident reporting.

Responsibilities include coordinating with HR and staff, unlocking buildings after hours, responding to non-emergency incidents, and providing professional security coverage to students, employees, researchers and visitors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience required.
• Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as gate attendant for HBOI access control at the main entrance gate.
• Redirect visitors as appropriate to the Ocean Discovery Center.
• Patrol assigned areas of campus; secure and unlock campus buildings as needed; check for unsecured conditions.
• Report all suspicious activity discovered; assist public with information and direction.
• Provide a campus crime prevention function during rounds by advising department or persons of unsafe or unsecured conditions.
• Respond to non-emergency police incidents; prepare non-criminal police reports and assist with medical emergencies and fire alarms.
• Handle telephone and walk-in requests for assistance from the general public; prepare necessary daily reports.

Skills

Typing accuracy

Education

High school diploma

College coursework substitution

Job description

Position Summary

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Police Service Technician - Ft. Pierce, FL. The Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute (HBOI) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a customer service-oriented Police Service Technician to help maintain the safety and security of our Fort Pierce campus. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors, manages access control at the campus entrance gate, conducts security patrols, responds to non-emergency service requests, monitors campus facilities after hours, and assists with incident reporting. The ideal candidate is professional, dependable, and committed to providing outstanding service while supporting a safe and welcoming environment for students, employees, researchers, and visitors.

Summary of Responsibilities

Perform duties as gate attendant for HBOI access control at the main entrance gate. Redirect visitors as appropriate to the Ocean Discovery Center. Communicate regularly with HBOI Human Resources, employees and associates regarding access for visitors. Patrol assigned areas of campus; secure and unlock campus buildings as needed; check for unsecured conditions; assist public in those buildings; verify affiliation of occupants of buildings after hours; report all suspicious activity discovered; assist public with information and direction; provide a campus crime prevention function during rounds by advising department or persons of unsafe or unsecured conditions. Perform rounds of property after normal working hours and on weekends. During rounds will maintain mechanical, electrical, plumbing, temperature logs, notify "on-call" personnel as necessary to address any problems; serve as point of contact for fire and burglar alarm monitoring. Respond to non-emergency police incidents to include though not limited to: battery boosts, lockouts, providing security escort services lost/found property, prepare non-criminal police reports; minor accident investigations, etc. Handle telephone and walk-in requests for assistance from the general public; prepare necessary daily reports; assist with medical emergencies, fire alarms, and other occurrences within the scope of the department's responsibilities and mission when directed by an officer of higher rank. Perform other job-related duties as directed or as necessary which are similar and related assignments with the safety and security of the campus as the utmost in mind and in a highly professional manner of conduct.

FAU Benefits and Perks

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
• Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php
• Sick Leave Pool Program Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
• For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php
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Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma and one year of appropriate experience required.
• Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
• Ability to type accurately and efficiently is required.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Previous law enforcement, police academy, security, or related public safety experience.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and proficiency with computer systems, two-way radio communications, and standard public safety procedures.

Salary

$20.00 per hour.

Position Details

Non-Exempt Support Personnel (SP) College or Department: POL: Technicians - HBOI Location: Harbor Branch (HBOI) Work Days and Hours: Variable Shifts

Application Deadline

2026-09-10

Special Instructions to Applicant

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Applicants may claim Veterans’ Preference on their application. The applicant claiming preference is responsible for providing required documentation at the time of making an application in Workday for a vacant position, or prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If an applicant qualifies for Veterans' Preference and the SP position, they are shown preference by the guarantee of an interview. Veterans’ Preference does not guarantee a job. For additional information, please visit https://www.fau.edu/jobs/resources/veterans/. For assistance, please contact Recruitment Services at [e-mail].

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• Resume
• Cover Letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [e-mail]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

Clery Act Information

Consumer Information Visit Florida Atlantic's Consumer Information page for more information about financial aid, its campus, facilities, student athletes, campus security, fire safety, as well as preventing drug and alcohol abuse. Paper copies are available upon request by contacting the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Equal Access and Non-Discrimination

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic’s Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to [e-mail]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email [e-mail]. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.