Physical Security Coordinator

About the role

The Physical Security Coordinator is responsible for protecting Broward College employees, students, facilities, and assets through the effective design, implementation, operation, and maintenance of physical security systems. This position provides centralized oversight of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and related life safety technologies, ensuring systems operate reliably, are compliant with applicable regulations, and support campus safety objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide centralized oversight of the College’s physical security infrastructure, including access control systems, ID card issuance, and related technologies, to safeguard students, faculty, staff, and College assets.
• Assign appropriate card access permissions and print faculty and staff ID badges and access control cards.
• Attend construction and renovation project meetings and collaborate with College stakeholders to plan, implement, and administer life-safety and physical security technology systems.
• Support and maintain security technologies, including but not limited to emergency campus phone towers, card readers (wired and wireless), door contacts, intrusion alarm devices, CCTV and video surveillance systems, license plate recognition systems, motion detection devices, and associated infrastructure (network, server, database, mechanical, and electrical systems).
• Troubleshoot physical security devices and systems to determine whether service can be resolved internally or requires coordination with external security integration vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Public Safety system service requests by responding to phone calls, emails, voicemails, and work orders.
• Issue, track, and manage work orders, coordinating with internal departments and external vendors to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Ensure all security systems remain operational and in compliance with local, state, federal, and ADA requirements.
• Support system integrations, mapping, software upgrades, and provide training and guidance to Public Safety personnel on the use of security technologies.
• Affiliate with new and existing security projects, including risk assessments, vendor selection, technology upgrades, product evaluation, field verification, and inspections to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
• Develop project budgets, obtain quotes, define cost options and estimates, establish priorities, and coordinate project schedules to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
• Maintain accurate inventories of parts, tools, and essential equipment to support timely repairs and installations.
• Oversee the issuance, modification, and decommissioning of access control cards and key fobs.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend security systems, materials, and equipment for purchase.
• Ensure adherence to College safety procedures by monitoring contractor work, addressing safety concerns, reporting unresolved hazards to supervisors, and stopping work when conditions are unsafe.
• Operate assigned College vehicles and maintain required usage and inspection records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum Experience: Four years of relevant experience in a physical security-related field, including experience with data management software and physical security or video surveillance systems.
• Experience: Experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military service, preferably with hands-on experience in security technology.
• Knowledge: Knowledge of IP-based physical security systems, including alarm systems, access control, and security software platforms.
• Experience with CCURE access control system preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in professional and functional standards and protocols of position.
• Understands and follows project plans, including the coordination of multiple resources and activities.
• Exhibits expertise in understanding and following project plans, including the coordination of multiple resources and activities.
• Advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments, including Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with employees and students.

Benefits

Job Title: Physical Security Coordinator
Position Number: P0006036
Job Status: Full time Regular
Department: Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness
Location: Cypress Creek Administrative Center
Pay Grade: 714
Salary: $42,320 - $49,726
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Work Shift: Varies
Work Schedule: Varies
Hours Per Week: 40
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
Comments: To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume and unofficial transcript are required. The first review date of applications will begin Friday, April 24, 2026. Designated Essential Personnel: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Classification: Professional Technical Staff (PTS)
Special Instructions: To Applicant For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to. Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date. **Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application** Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. . Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process. Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu. Disclaimer: The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.