Public Safety Sergeant, Multiple Vacancies (College Wide)

Broward College; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable High Quality Healthcare (M,

Job summary

Broward College is seeking a Public Safety Sergeant to lead the Public Safety Officers and ensure a safe campus environment at North Campus. The role includes mentoring staff, coordinating scheduling, reviewing incident reports, and supporting investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or 60 college credits preferred.
• Must obtain CPR with AED within six months of hire; Florida Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of DSSEP personnel; coach, mentor, appraise staff and ensure mission alignment.
• Oversee administrative tasks: officer schedules, paperwork reviews, investigations, and hiring assistance.
• Coordinate internal/external communications, train on equipment/tools, and present to groups.
• Provide patrol support: parking enforcement, building checks, emergency response, and event details.

Skills

Public safety leadership

Communication

Decision making under pressure

Team mentoring

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 college credits preferred

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Camera systems

Access control systems

Job description

Job Profile Summary

A Public Safety Sergeant is responsible for ensuring a safe learning and working environment, providing leadership and support to Public Safety Officers, and fostering a collaborative relationship with the campus community. The Public Safety Sergeant shall complete the Department of Safety, Security and Emergency and Preparedness (DSSEP) Public Safety Academy if the applicant has not previously completed the Academy as a Broward College Public Safety Officer. Consideration will be given to candidates if the academy program was not completed due to limitations in class size, attendance, and availability. However, the appointed Public Safety Sergeant will still be required to complete the Broward College Public Safety Academy the next time the Academy is offered. Work Shift: According to the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between The Board of Trustees of Broward College and The Federation of Public Employees, work hours and shifts are assigned/modified based on the operational needs of the college. 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.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required;
• An associate degree or sixty (60) college credit hours preferred.

Minimum Experience / Training

Minimum of four years prior experience in public safety or related field of work required.

Prior Experience In Campus Public Safety / Law Enforcement Preferred

Prior supervisory experience in public safety/law enforcement or related field of work preferred.

Minimum Certification / Licenses

• Must be able to successfully obtain CPR with AED certification within six (6) months of the initial hire date.
• A valid (unexpired) Florida Class D Security Officer License or active law enforcement certification is required.
• A valid Florida Driver’s License is a requirement for this position. As a condition of employment, you must obtain a valid Florida Driver’s License within 30 days of starting employment with the College and maintain it throughout your employment.

Essential Functions

• Supervision (50%) – Ensure that DSSEP personnel support and understand the College's and the department's mission and work collaboratively, internally and externally, to achieve organizational goals.
  • Coaching and mentoring staff
  • Uniform inspections
  • Performance appraisals
  • Holding staff accountable for the competent performance of duties and responsibilities
• Administrative (15%) – Oversee functional administrative tasks within the department, including but not limited to:
  • Assisting with the coordination of officer schedules.
  • Reviewing officer paperwork (incident reports, daily logs, etc.) and providing corrective feedback and guidance as needed.
  • Assisting in investigations and related follow-up activities.
  • Participating in the hiring of new officers.
• Communication (15%) – Perform a variety of internal and external communication tasks such as:
  • Conducting daily roll calls, ensuring staff is present and informed of daily announcements and updates.
  • Departmental training on equipment, specific tools, or software the department uses.
  • Presenting to community groups, including students, faculty, and staff.
  • Representation of the department at various meetings, both internal and external.
  • Courtroom testimony as required.
• Patrol (20%) – Providing support to the community as an officer. This includes:
  • Parking enforcement
  • Building checks
  • Emergency response
  • Special event details

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of campus public safety, law enforcement, and fire/life safety techniques.
• Basic knowledge of criminal and civil law, FERPA, and the Clery Act.
• Knowledge of current technologies, including computers, mobile applications, camera systems, and access control systems.
• Communication skills: written - report writing, verbal - radio communications, active listening, critical thinking, leadership and management, cognitive empathy, and teaching/coaching.
• Commitment to departmental values (C#): collaboration, service, honesty, accountability, respect, professionalism
• Decision-making under adverse conditions with sound judgment
• Ability to work with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Emotional intelligence
• Cultural awareness

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.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• 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 Sergeant, Multiple Vacancies (College Wide)

Position Number

P0005179

Job Status

Full time Regular

Department

Public Safety Support Services

Location

North Campus

Pay Grade

913

Salary

$47,840 - $54,475 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)

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.