Law Enforcement Officer (Multiple Vacancies)

Responsibilities

The Law Enforcement Officer is responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, misconduct, traffic and crowd control, criminal and traffic law enforcement, criminal and traffic accident investigation, community service and providing information regarding laws, University policy, and distribution of information to the community.

Patrols the FSU campus for the primary purposes of seeking out and apprehending violators of Florida statutes, identifying and reporting safety hazards and providing a visible presence throughout campus to deter crime.

Responds to fire and burglar alarms, traffic accidents and other incidents that may be reported.

Interacts with other law enforcement agencies to assist and cooperate in their efforts and to secure their assistance with preventing and responding to situations on campus.

Protects the safety of drivers, bikers and pedestrians through traffic control and direction in the event of collisions, construction work or other mitigating circumstances.

Provides non-emergency assistance to members of the University community, such as unlocking buildings and car doors as needed, helping with dormitory move-in and providing directions.

Acts as a first responder when necessary, providing CPR and first aid.

Conducts Investigations in the resolution of open investigations by securing crime scenes, assisting with evidence collection, taking witness statements and conducting interviews with victims, witnesses and suspects.

Supports Crime Prevention activities by participating in formal crime prevention programs, such as the RAD (Rape Aggression Defense) program, Click-It-Or-Ticket, and Bicycle Safety programs.

Prevents crime through informal contact with students, faculty and staff to raise awareness of safety issues on campus and to encourage safe behavior and wise decision-making.

Writes and submits reports with all pertinent details related to cases of lost, stolen or damaged property, incidents in which harm has been threatened or inflected on any person, and other miscellaneous incidents on campus with a bearing on safety and security.

Provides security services for scheduled events occurring both indoors and outdoors on campus, in partnership with other law enforcement agencies and security officers.

Prevents crime and apprehends those in violation of the law through scheduled crime suppression details.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalency.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Meet the requirements of Section 943.13, Florida Statutes, and the ability to pass the state certification exam for Law Enforcement Officers within six months of being hired.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Out-of-State or Federal Officers: 1+ year full-time sworn experience, Comparable training to Florida’s basic recruit academy, No more than 8-year break in service.
• Special Operations Forces Members: 5+ years of service, No more than 4-year break in service.
• Previously Certified Florida Officers: Fully certified in Florida, 4–8-year break in service.

Contact Info

For more information regarding this position, please contact Malia Brown at (850) 644-1239 and/or mbrown10@fsu.edu.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida.

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service. Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

• This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.
• This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
• All applicants must successfully complete a Physical Standards Test (PST) as part of the selection process.
• Law enforcement officers assigned to the Patrol Division will work 12-hour shifts (6:30pm - 6:30am or 6:30am - 6:30pm), 80 hours bi-weekly.
• The position may be required to assist during home football games, holidays, and during state, national or University emergencies.
• This position requires completion of a supplemental employment questionnaire and a pre-offer employment physical exam, drug screening, psychological evaluation, police background check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)/Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) fingerprinting.
• This position qualifies for special risk benefits and classification under applicable retirement or insurance programs.
• Final approval for special risk benefits is subject to Florida Retirement System review and approval.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.