Public Safety Sergeant, Multiple Vacancies (College Wide)

About the role

A Public Safety Sergeant ensures a safe learning and working environment, provides leadership and support to Public Safety Officers, and fosters a collaborative relationship with the campus community.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that DSSEP personnel support and understand the College's and the department's mission and work collaboratively, internally and externally, to achieve organizational goals.
  • Includes coaching and mentoring staff.
  • Uniform inspections.
  • Performance appraisals.
  • Holding staff accountable for the competent performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Oversee functional administrative tasks within the department, including but not limited to:
  • Assisting with the coordination of officer schedules.
  • Reviewing officer paperwork (incident reports, daily logs, etc.) and providing corrective feedback and guidance as needed.
  • Assisting in investigations and related follow-up activities.
  • Participating in the hiring of new officers.
• Perform a variety of internal and external communication tasks such as:
  • Conducting daily roll calls, ensuring staff is present and informed of daily announcements and updates.
  • Departmental training on equipment, specific tools, or software the department uses.
  • Presenting to community groups, including students, faculty, and staff.
  • Representation of the department at various meetings, both internal and external.
  • Courtroom testimony as required.
• Provide support to the community as an officer, including:
  • Parking enforcement.
  • Building checks.
  • Emergency response.
  • Special event details.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• An associate degree or sixty (60) college credit hours preferred.
• Minimum of four years prior experience in public safety or related field of work required.
• Prior supervisory experience in public safety/law enforcement or related field of work preferred.
• Must be able to successfully obtain CPR with AED certification within six (6) months of the initial hire date.
• A valid (unexpired) Florida Class D Security Officer License or active law enforcement certification is required.
• A valid Florida Driver’s License is a requirement for this position.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of campus public safety, law enforcement, and fire/life safety techniques.
• Knowledge of criminal and civil law, FERPA, and the Clery Act.
• Knowledge of current technologies, including computers, mobile applications, camera systems, and access control systems.
• Communication skills: written - report writing, verbal - radio communications, active listening, critical thinking, leadership and management, cognitive empathy, and teaching/coaching.
• Commitment to departmental values (C#): collaboration, service, honesty, accountability, respect, professionalism.

Skills

• Decision-making under adverse conditions with sound judgment.
• Ability to work with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Emotional intelligence.
• Cultural awareness.

Benefits

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan.
• Wellness Program.
• Vacation/Paid Time Off.
• Winter and Spring Break Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members.

Pay

$47,840 - $54,475 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Schedule

Varies

Application

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application along with a resume is required. The first review date of applications will begin July 17, 2026.

Additional Information

The first review date of applications will begin July 17, 2026. Designated Essential Personnel Yes FLSA Status Non-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. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf.

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.