Campus Police Officer

Florida SouthWestern State College • Fort Myers, FL

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides sworn law enforcement and public safety services on an assigned Florida SouthWestern State College campus and/or Collegiate High School. The officer protects life and property, preserves the peace, enforces applicable laws and College policies, and helps maintain a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Duties include foot and vehicle patrols, risk mitigation, responding to emergency and non-emergency incidents, providing public assistance, and investigating criminal and non-criminal incidents.

The role also involves preparing and maintaining accurate incident reports and confidential records, preserving evidence, coordinating with College personnel and external public safety agencies, managing traffic and campus events, and assisting with safety, emergency management, fire prevention, and life-safety programs. Officers may provide training, conduct inspections, testify in proceedings, and perform other assigned duties. The position requires work across varying shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs dictate; the officer may be designated essential personnel during emergencies.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in criminal justice or a related field.
• Two years of significant and progressively responsible law enforcement experience; an appropriate combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Meet the employment or appointment requirements in Florida Statutes, Chapter 943.13.
• Be currently certified as a Florida Law Enforcement Officer, or, with out-of-state law enforcement experience, successfully complete the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Equivalency of Training process, including passing the Florida Law Enforcement Officer Certification Examination.
• Possess a valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record at hire and maintain the license throughout employment.
• Possess or obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED training within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs dictate; may be designated essential personnel during emergencies.
• Experience using a personal computer, MS Office or similar office software, email, records management systems, and other law enforcement technologies; ability to learn and use College- and department-specific software and technology.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, demonstrate integrity, and incorporate best practices.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and external regulations relevant to the position.
• Working knowledge of operational and fiscal analysis techniques.
• Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work amid numerous and diverse demands.
• Ability to anticipate, investigate, and analyze problems and address them proactively.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, the public, and other constituencies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment, work independently, and follow through on assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to contribute to a team and work with varied constituencies.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present information meaningfully.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds and perspectives.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow written standards, procedures, and policy manuals, and to respond positively to supervision and direction.
• Commitment to student support, quality customer service, professionalism, respectful interactions, ethical conduct, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Routinely able to see, hear, and speak; regularly able to sit, bend, stoop, walk, and stand; may occasionally be required to lift 40 or more pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors and tolerate heat, rain, and other weather conditions.
• Ability to interpret, analyze, and apply critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols of assigned campus areas and take appropriate measures to address safety and security concerns.
• Respond to complaints, disturbances, alarms, emergencies, and non-emergency incidents; investigate incidents and make arrests or apprehensions consistent with applicable laws and departmental policies.
• Take initial police reports and conduct preliminary investigations, including securing crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, and maintaining its chain of custody.
• Maintain contact with police leadership, dispatch, and other appropriate personnel regarding incident status and location; coordinate with other agencies and personnel during emergencies.
• Manage the orderly flow of traffic, investigate accidents, and issue parking and moving citations.
• Assist law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and emergency medical technicians.
• Document incidents and outcomes in the appropriate report management program, complete reports accurately and promptly, and maintain confidential records.
• Provide non-emergency assistance and information to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and the public.
• Assist with Campus Police policies, procedures, and programs, including emergency notifications, life safety, fire prevention, and sanitation; deliver safety and security training as needed.
• Assist with safety and fire inspections as directed and report hazards or deficiencies.
• Safely operate police vehicles, communications equipment, and other law enforcement equipment; maintain required certifications, training, and proficiency.
• Provide security and law enforcement support for College events, emergencies, and special activities, including crowd management, traffic control, and coordination with public safety partners.
• Testify in court and administrative proceedings and prepare related documentation when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options
• Generous paid time off
• Florida Retirement System (FRS) membership
• Educational and professional development opportunities for employees and their dependents
• Monthly salary supplements of up to $20 to $130 for officers completing advanced, commission-certified training courses and educational degrees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree