Public Safety Officer II

ST THOMAS UNIVERSITY INC•Miami Gardens, FL

114d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer II (PSO II) is a non-exempt, hourly position responsible for maintaining safety, security, and order across the university campus, residence halls, and surrounding footprint. The officer serves as a visible presence, supports student wellbeing, and coordinates with university stakeholders, including the Office of Student Affairs and Student Life, the Office of Residential Living, faculty, and staff. The university operates 24 hours a day, so this role requires an atypical schedule with varied shifts, including weekends and holidays. The position is classified as essential personnel and may require reporting during emergencies, natural disasters, or special events. Officers must follow established public safety uniform and grooming standards. The PSO II may serve as shift lead, perform Field Training Officer duties to mentor and train newly hired officers, or act as Shift Supervisor in the supervisor’s absence.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or at least 60 college credits; or a high school diploma or equivalent plus two years of active or reserve military duty; or prior State or Federal Certified Law Enforcement Officer status; or Certified State of Florida Guardian status with at least one year of employment in that role; or four years of continuous post-high-school work in a higher education setting.
Valid driver’s license.
Investigative experience.
Ability to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays, to meet operational needs.
Must adhere to established public safety uniform and grooming standards.

Responsibilities

Patrol campus and residence halls by golf cart, vehicle, or on foot.
Respond to noise complaints and disturbances.
Monitor CCTV and alarm systems.
Escort students, faculty, and staff upon request.
Conduct safety checks of doors, lighting, and emergency equipment in collaboration with Resident Assistants.
Document incidents and communicate with dispatch.
Detect and respond to safety hazards to protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Conduct physical inspections and investigations on campus to help ensure a safe environment.
Conduct safety and security audits to identify hazards and dangers.
Conduct residential room checks in collaboration with the Office of Residential Life.
Maintain applicable certifications, including CPR, AED, tourniquet, and crowd manager certifications.
Investigate campus accidents and injuries and maintain appropriate records.
Complete activity logs, inspection reports, and incident reports.
Coordinate with university leadership, Clery Administrators, and local law enforcement regarding investigations of incidents, crimes, and losses.
Attend collaboration meetings with the Office of Residential Life, Resident Assistants, and other university stakeholders.
Conduct fire system and life-safety inspections and emergency response drills.
Lock and unlock access control for campus buildings.
May serve as shift lead, perform Field Training Officer duties, or act as Shift Supervisor when the supervisor is absent.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.