Campus Safety Officer - Armed

Job Description Indian River State College is seeking a dedicated and service-oriented Campus Safety Officer - Armed to help maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for students, employees, and visitors across our campuses. In this vital role, you will patrol college properties, respond to incidents and emergencies, enforce campus policies, conduct safety and security inspections, and support emergency preparedness efforts. The ideal candidate is a calm and confident professional with strong observational skills, sound judgment, a commitment to customer service, and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations while fostering positive relationships within a diverse college community. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by protecting people and property while supporting the College's mission of student success. About Us Indian River State College is a leading public institution on Florida’s Treasure Coast, serving students across multiple campuses in four counties. We are committed to academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, offering associate and bachelor’s degrees, workforce training, and continuing education programs that meet the needs of our region. At The River , we believe every student’s and every employee’s story matters. We value the diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents that come together across our campuses, creating a learning environment and workplace that is supportive, inclusive, and inspiring. With flexible learning options online, on campus, and hybrid, we meet students where they are and prepare them for real-world success. Programs like the Promise Program expand access by providing eligible students with tuition-free opportunities, ensuring every learner has the chance to thrive. Why Join The River When you join Indian River State College, you become part of a collaborative and mission-driven community where your work makes a meaningful impact. Here, your role is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to shape futures, support student success, and contribute to a college that is changing lives every day. JOB SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision, this position maintains the security and safety of people and property for the College.  Duties include; observing activity and traffic in assigned area; ensuring enforcement of College rules/regulations; and investigating, correcting, and/or reporting hazards and unusual or suspicious circumstances to the Campus Safety Supervisor for correction or follow-up action. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Attends shift briefings; maintains a presence on College property; patrols assigned areas including grounds and parking lots; conducts internal patrols of buildings; checks for vandalism, suspicious activity or persons, or safety/fire hazards; checks doors and windows of buildings to assure they are tightly closed and locked; notes in written logs any unlocked doors/window and submits information to supervisor; responds to alarms and dispatched calls such as thefts or liquor law violations; conducts tests and inspections; de-escalates aggressive behaviors; performs traffic control as needed; alerts visitors of infractions as well as removing unwanted or disruptive visitors from College property; takes reasonable and safe efforts to detain trespassers or law violators on-site until the arrival of a law enforcement officer; and assesses collected information and takes reasonable corrective actions. Compiles and writes reports regarding reportable incidents; identifies activities requiring follow-up. Receives and disseminates clear and concise information via portable radio, telephone, verbal, and written communications. Renders basic first aid to injured persons. Participates in various emergency response drills and training exercises. Submitting information to the Public Safety Supervisor. Safely operates a motor vehicle and golf cart as needed. Wears and maintains required uniform and equipment. Continually educates and trains campus Safety staff, students, and employees with regard to personal safety and security. Works on any assigned shift and at any Indian River State College campus or site at the discretion of Management. Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree; four (4) years of experience as a public safety officer, police officer, or military police officer; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Valid Florida driver’s license. Current certification as a Law Enforcement Officer preferred. Must maintain the D and G Florida State license requirements Meet required qualifications annually in the use of firearms or any other assigned equipment. Ability to follow comprehensive policies and procedures Ability to work closely with college students. Certification in First Aid and AED preferred. Knowledge of public safety practices and principles. Knowledge of public safety and fire drill procedures and practices. Skill in developing and delivering presentations. Skill in organizing, prioritizing, observing and assessing situations, interviewing, and making quick decisions. Skill in delivering customer service. Skill in working with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications. Ability to be accurate and detailed oriented be adaptable, be discrete, use independent judgement, be tactful, de-escalate hostile persons, and work independently as well as with others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as medium work involving lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that he or she can also do sedentary and light work. Physical Demand Level : Light to Medium Work. The