Security Officer II

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Florida Tech Full time
Florida Tech Department of Security Officers are responsible for campus surveillance and the patrol of buildings in order to provide a visible presence to deter crime, respond to all emergencies and routine calls for services in a timely manner, and coordinate with police, fire, and or medical response. Providing general safety information through daily interaction with the Campus Community, monitoring campus, special events, and parking areas, assisting members of the community, enforcing traffic and parking regulations as well as dispatching calls, and answering Campus Security telephones are all additional responsibilities required by the position. The position requires minor physical exertion (push, pull, carry, and lift up to 25 pounds) and have the ability to sustain standing and/or walking for lengthy periods of time without rest or assistance. Department of Security Officers work within a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week operation, and due to the nature of the position, Security Officers will be expected to work an 80-hour pay cycle with a fluctuating schedule, inclusive of holidays, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities Include :

Serve as a visible and proactive university representative 24/7, providing a secure environment for the university students, affiliates, and visitors. Conduct patrols via foot, bicycle and golf cart, and vehicle, provide services, access functions, and escorts as requested. Provide safety awareness through daily contact with the university community and visitors by providing general safety information, directions, and parking information. Identify actual or potential safety hazards or conditions and coordinate a resolution with the appropriate department or area. Provide assistance to university personnel in matters involving potential violations of university policy wherein conduct or behavioral expectations are disruptive to the university's mission. Respond to all emergencies, coordinate law enforcement, medical and /or fire assistance, provide a proactive role after the emergency has concluded, and make appropriate notifications on campus as directed. Prepare incident reports and related written communication and maintain activity logs and utilize the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system as appropriate, answer telephone calls, and dispatch calls via two-way radio. Work special events to provide traffic, parking, and crowd control as needed. Assist the parking program by monitoring parking areas, issuing citations, and maintaining access to fire lanes, handicap spaces, and roadways owned and/or controlled by the University. Performs initial investigations in the absence of the Title IX Investigator, ensuring all appropriate information and counseling is provided to the complainant, then forward to the appropriate staff. Any other related duties as assigned by the Department of Security administration or shift supervisors are included within the Security Officer's responsibilities. May be required to work during emergency situations, which may require the officer to remain at the university until the emergency situation has terminated. Work designated alternate hours and perform other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements Include:

Must have a valid Florida driver's license and maintain good driving record as determined by Florida Tech guidelines. High school Diploma or GED Minimum of 2-5 years of experience required in area of expertise. Ability to conduct themselves professionally, use of excellent acumen with university faculty, staff, students, dignitaries, and a multicultural community. Additional certifications, licensing, degrees and/or training in law enforcement, security, or related fields is preferred. Must have the ability to obtain a State of Florida, Class D: Security Officer License and the State of Florida, Class G: Armed Security Officer License within 30 days of the hire date.

Equal Opportunity

Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Office of Title IX at John E. Miller Office Building (401QAD), 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901,

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) requires colleges and universities, both public and private, participating in federal student aid programs to disclose campus safety information, and imposes certain basic requirements for handling incidents of sexual violence and emergency situations.

Florida Tech's 2023 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Florida Tech; and on public properly within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.

The numbers provided include crime statistics that were reported to local law enforcement agencies, campus security and other Campus Security Authorities.

The report also includes institutional policy statements regarding campus safety and security measures; descriptions of prevention and awareness programs; related university procedures and important guidance; and other essential safety information.

You can obtain a printed copy of this report at the Department of Security Welcome Center located at 3126 Panther Place, during normal business hours, or by accessing the following web site Annual Security and Fire Safety Report 2023.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts of all collegiate work must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Office of Human Resources prior to the first day of employment. All international degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES).

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