Campus Police Officer

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.

This position is responsible for providing public safety services as a sworn law enforcement officer on a designated FSW campus and/or Collegiate High School to protect life and property; preserve the peace; enforce applicable federal, state, and local laws and College policies; and maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Duties include conducting proactive foot and vehicle patrols;

protecting life and property; preventing and deterring criminal activity; identifying, assessing, and mitigating campus safety and security risks; responding to emergency and non-emergency incidents; enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and College policies; providing assistance, information, and public safety services to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the public; and conducting investigations involving criminal and non-criminal incidents.

Conducts regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned campus areas to ensure a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Observes surroundings through these patrols and takes appropriate measures to eliminate or mitigate security and safety concerns and protect College facilities, property, and assets.

Responds immediately to complaints and disturbances; investigates incidents; makes arrests and apprehensions consistent with applicable laws and departmental policies.

Takes initial police reports; conducts preliminary investigations, including securing crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, and maintaining the chain of custody of evidence.

Maintains regular contact with the Chief of Police, Deputy Chief, Lieutenant(s), Sergeant(s), dispatch personnel, and other appropriate personnel when dispatched to appraise and manage emergency situations; keeps appropriate individuals informed of the status and location of incidents; partners with other agencies and personnel to ensure proper handling of emergency situations.

Ensures the orderly flow of traffic; investigates accidents; issues parking and moving citations.

Assists other law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and emergency medical technicians.

Documents incidents and related outcomes through the appropriate report management program; ensures reports are completed accurately and timely; maintains confidential records.

Responds to emergency alarms and takes appropriate actions in accordance with procedures related to the type of alarm.

Provides non-emergency assistance and information to students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Assists with the administration and implementation of Campus Police policies, procedures, and programs, including emergency management notification, life safety, fire prevention, and sanitation. Delivers training sessions on safety and security topics as needed.

Assists in performing safety and/or fire inspections as directed by the supervisor and reports identified hazards or deficiencies.

Operates police vehicles, communications equipment, and other law enforcement equipment in a safe and effective manner and maintains required certifications, training, and proficiency necessary to perform the duties of a sworn law enforcement officer.

Provides security and law enforcement support for College events, emergencies, and special activities, including crowd management, traffic control, and coordination with internal and external public safety partners, as assigned.

Provides testimony in court and administrative…