Public Safety Officer

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

Job Profile Summary

The purpose of the job is to serve as a first responder who provides emergency and non-emergency public safety services to the Broward College community. Responsible for fostering a safe and secure environment and acting as a deterrent to crime and unsafe behaviors through a variety of proactive patrol techniques/strategies and crime prevention/awareness measures. Responsible for enforcing local, state, and federal laws, and college policies and procedures. Investigates, responds to, and documents crimes, disturbances, and other public safety-related incidents occurring at Broward College. Performs related work as directed. The Public Safety Officer must be able to successfully complete the Public Safety Academy when scheduled to attend, usually within the first six months of their initial hire date as a Public Safety Officer. This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application. For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree or college credit hours in a public safety related field preferred.

Minimum Experience/Training

• Minimum of one year prior experience in related field of work required.
• Prior experience in campus public safety/law enforcement, or related public safety discipline preferred.

Minimum Certification/Licenses

• Must be able to successfully obtain CPR with AED certification within six month of initial hire date.
• Florida Class D Security Officer License or active law enforcement certification required.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License required or, as a condition of continued employment, a Valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days after being employed by the College. Valid Florida Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment.
• Certification in first aid preferred.
• Ability to use fire extinguishers, golf carts, and patrol vehicles required.

Essential Functions

• Daily - 25%: Employs a variety of proactive patrol techniques and strategies in a vehicle, by bicycle, or on-foot to foster increased safety and security of all BC-affiliated persons and property. Engages in community-oriented problem solving, community-oriented policing, and other crime prevention measures.
• Daily - 20%: Responds to assigned calls for service, emergency and non-emergency situations, and critical incidents. Initiates calls for service through direct observation and citizen request. Acts as a first responder by providing initial assessment of situations and making determination of appropriate response, which may include administering first aid and life support to victims. Follows and employs principles of Incident Command System (ICS) when addressing developing critical incidents.
• Daily - 15%: Conducts and/or assists in various types of investigations. Conducts interviews, collects property and evidence, and secures crime scenes. Documents findings and prepares written detailed case reports and logs, as required.
• Daily - 10%: Operates miscellaneous equipment including, but not limited to, computers and other information technology equipment, communications equipment, AEDs and other first aid/life safety equipment, cameras and video surveillance equipment, vehicles, vehicle jump starters.
• As Needed - 5%: Performs a number of community service functions including, but not limited to, conducting safety escorts, completing inspections and reports regarding safety hazards, and participating in crime prevention/awareness and community outreach to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• As Needed - 5%: Participates in on-going training and assists in training new employees as required and directed.
• As Needed - 5%: Assists in parking enforcement, vehicle and pedestrian traffic direction, special events security, surveillance activities, and other unique assignments.
• As Needed - 5%: Processes evidence, prepares court cases, and provides legal testimony.
• Daily - 10%: Performs other work-related duties as assigned and appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of public safety, law enforcement, and fire/life safety techniques.
• Basic knowledge of criminal and civil law.
• Basic knowledge of crime prevention methods such as community-oriented problem solving and community-oriented policing.
• Knowledge of and ability to use all systems and procedures relevant to the position which includes, but is not limited to, computers and applicable software applications, fire alarms and extinguishers, intrusion alarms, access control and camera monitoring systems, key control, emergency management procedures, vehicles and vehicle jump starters.
• Ability to work with students, faculty, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to exercise judgment and make decisions under stress and during critical incidents.
• Ability to demonstrate department values of service, honesty, accountability, respect, and professionalism.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, to include the use of a public safety radio system.
• Ability to hear and understand calls for assistance, radio communications, supervisor instructions, emergency announcements, fire alarms, etc.
• Ability to observe and detect signs of theft, dangerous/suspicious behavior, unsecured doors/windows, etc.
• Ability to effectively communicate through written correspondence to include, but not limited to, incident/case reports, email and other electronic communications, and daily logs.
• Ability to physically assist others during an emergency or critical incident.
• Ability to successfully complete all training as provided and/or required and maintain related certifications.
• Ability to work varying work hours and days including evenings, midnights, weekends, and holidays.

Our Culture

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options - Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Public Safety Officer

Position Number

P0022176

Job Status

Full time Regular

Department

Public Safety Support Services

Location

South Campus

Pay Grade

912

Salary

$41,600 - $47,840 (Salary commensurate with education and experience).

Work Shift

Varies

Work Schedule

Varies

Hours Per Week

40

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

Designated Essential Personnel

Yes

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.