Public Safety Coordinator I - 999589

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Southwestern University on its Fort Lauderdale campus seeks a Public Safety Supervisor to oversee officers, respond to incidents, and maintain campus safety. The role requires leadership in safety operations, incident reporting, and coordination with law enforcement.

A high school diploma and relevant experience are essential, with preference for supervisory background. New hires will work on-site and contribute to a tobacco-free, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year in public safety, security, police, or military experience.
• 1+ year in a customer service position.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs, trains, and schedules Public Safety officers to meet objectives.
• Takes command of incidents threatening safety and directs resources.
• Reports incidents, conditions, or situations to supervision promptly.
• Performs physical inspections and investigations on campus.
• Conducts security and safety audits.
• Completes activity logs and incident reports.
• Coordinates with local law enforcement on investigations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Basic computer literacy

Confidentiality

Conflict management

Under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southwestern University!

Nova Southwestern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southwestern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southwestern University.

Primary Purpose

Provides a crime prevention and life-safety presence on campus; facilitate use of the campus by staff and students through opening, closing and monitoring control of NSU property. Investigates campus incidents and occurrences. Provides oversight on performance and activities of Public Safety Officers and contract security employees. Responsible for the supervision, development and control of Public Safety Officers.

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range

Pay Basis

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions

• 1. Directs, trains, and schedules Public Safety officers to ensure operational objectives are met.
• 2. Takes command of situations or incidents involving threat to persons or property involving the university and directs the proper resources to ensure the safety of the NSU community.
• 3. Takes notice and reports to supervision any incident, condition or situation that could negatively affect the ability of the Public Safety Department, or any other entity to function in the most productive manner to ensure timely notifications of threats, hazards, and personnel issues.
• 4. Provides physical inspections and investigations on campus.
• 5. Conducts security and safety audits.
• 6. Completes activity logs and incident reports.
• 7. Coordinates with local law enforcement concerning the investigation of incidents, crimes, and losses.
• 8. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• 1. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 2. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• 3. Ability to maintain confidential information.
• 4. Ability to multitask.
• 5. Basic computer literacy.
• 6. Conflict management skills.
• 7. Ability to work under pressure.
• 8. Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in stressful situations.
• 9. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• 10. Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• 11. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• 1. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of bending, climbing, sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties up to 8 hours.
• 2. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
• 3. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• 4. Must be able to work any shift, including weekends and holidays.

Required Certifications/Licensures

• 1. Have or obtain a valid Florida Drivers License with no more than 3 points.
• 2. Have or obtain a current Florida "D" Security Officer license within the first six months of employment.

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required:

Required Experience

• 1. One (1) or more years of public safety, security, police, or military experience.
• 2. One (1) or more years in a customer service position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1. Previous customer service, public safety, security, or police experience.
• 2. Previous experience with Microsoft Office products.
• 3. Previous supervisory experience.
• 4. Leadership training.

Is this a safety sensitive position?

Yes

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.