Security Parking Officer

Florida Institute of Technology; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Tech is seeking a Parking Officer responsible for patrolling campus parking lots, enforcing rules, and supporting parking programs for events. The role includes issuing permits, directing traffic, and maintaining parking records and equipment.

The officer will provide safety information to the university community, work in coordination with campus stakeholders, and may cover alternate hours during emergencies. A valid Florida driver’s license and basic security training are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Additional certifications, licensing, or training in law enforcement, security, or related fields is preferred.
• Must have a valid Florida driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
• Minimum of 0–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to conduct themselves professionally with faculty, staff, students, dignitaries, and a multicultural community.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus parking lots and enforce established rules and regulations.
• Plan and coordinate parking programs for campus events and safety.
• Manage parking permits, signage, traffic direction and control; determine staffing needs.
• Maintain parking records and equipment.
• Provide safety information and directions to the university community and visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Professional conduct

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Law enforcement/security certifications (preferred)

Job description

The Parking Officer will primarily be responsible for parking-related functions that include the parking system usage and access by the campus and general public as well as parking enforcement and regulation. The patrolling of campus parking lots, enforcing established rules and regulations, and performing community service functions related to parking. May be involved in the planning and coordination of parking programs such as parking and safety coordination for campus special events and parking information programs. Parking permits, signange, traffic direction and control. Keeping up with maintenance of parking records and equipment.Responsibilities Include:Patrolling campus parking lots, enforcing established rules and regulations, and performing community service functions related to the parking needs on campusPlanning and coordination of parking programs such as parking and safety coordination for campus special events and parking information programsParking permits, signange, traffic direction and control, and determmining staffing needsMaintenance of parking records and equipmentProvide safety awareness through daily contact with the university community and visitors by providing general safety information, directions, and parking informationMay be required to work during emergency situations, which may require the officer to remain at the university until the emergency situation has terminated. Work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as neededRequirements Include:High School diploma or GEDAdditional certifications, licensing, degrees and/or training in law enforcement, security, or related fields is preferredMust have a valid Florida driver's license and maintain good driving record as determined by Florida Tech guidelinesMinimum of 0-2 years of relevant work experience requiredAbility to conduct themsleves professionally, use of excellent acumen with university faculty, staff, students, dignitaries, and a multicultural communityEqual OpportunityFlorida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email [e-mail], or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Americans with Disabilities ActPlease notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.Annual Security & Fire Safety ReportThe federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.Florida Tech’s 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department of Security Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, during normal business hours, or by accessing the following website 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.Official TranscriptsOfficial transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).We are an E-verify employer