Campus Police Officer

Florida SouthWestern State College • Fort Myers, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Florida SouthWestern State College is seeking a Public Safety Officer to join their team. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• May be designated as “Essential Personnel” in times of emergency.

Nice To Haves

• An Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in criminal justice or a 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Officers can receive salary supplements of up to $20 to $130 per month for 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