Public Safety Officer

Full job description

Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Public Safety Officer to join our team of exceptional employees. Our sworn law enforcement officers provide public safety services on a designated FSW campus and Collegiate High School to ensure a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Applicants must be either currently certified in the State of Florida as a Law Enforcement Officer or have LEO experience from outside of Florida that would enable them to qualify for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Equivalency of Training process.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• An Associates degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in criminal justice or related field.
• Two (2) years of significant and progressively responsible experience in law enforcement, security services, military police, and/or public safety management. Additional combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Must meet the requirements established in Florida Statutes Chapter 943.13 officers' minimum qualifications for employment or appointment to include achieving an acceptable score on the Florida officer certification examination.
• First Aid, CPR, AED training, or the ability to acquire related certification(s) within a 12-month period.
• Ability to work various shifts including day, afternoon, and overnight hours as the College dictates. Additionally, may be designated as “Essential Personnel” in times of emergency.

FSW Employee Benefits feature:

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to meet your needs
• Generous paid time off
• Florida retirement membership (FRS)
• Educational and professional development opportunities for you and your dependents

Hourly rate: $22.60

Submit your resume for consideration to become one of the best, the brightest, the BUCS!