Weekend Public Safety Sales Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

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Primary Purpose:

Provides a crime prevention and life-safety presence on campus; facilitates use of the campus by staff and students through opening, closing and monitoring control of NSU property. Investigates campus incidents and occurrences. Provides oversight on performance and activities of Public Safety Officers and contract security employees. Responsible for the supervision, development and control of Public Safety Officers.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: 

Pay Basis:  Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Directs, trains, and schedules Public Safety officers to ensure operational objectives are met.
2. Takes command of situations or incidents involving threat to persons or property involving the university and directs the proper resources to ensure the safety of the NSU community.
3. Takes notice and reports to supervision any incident, condition or situation that could negatively affect the ability of the Public Safety Department, or any other entity to function in the most productive manner to ensure timely notifications of threats, hazards, and personnel issues.
4. Provides physical inspections and investigations on campus.
5. Conducts security and safety audits.
6. Completes activity logs and incident reports.
7. Coordinates with local law enforcement concerning the investigation of incidents, crimes, and losses.
8. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Excellent written and oral communication skills
2. Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
3. Ability to maintain confidential information
4. Ability to multitask.
5. Basic computer literacy.
6. Conflict management skills.
7. Ability to work under pressure.
8. Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in stressful situations.
9. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
10. Ability to communicate effectively with others.
11. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:
1. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of bending, climbing, sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties up to 8 hours.
2. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.
3. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
4. Must be able to work any shift, including weekends and holidays.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 1. Have or obtain a valid Florida Drivers License with no more than 3 points.
2. Have or obtain a current Florida "D" Security Officer license within the first six months of employment.

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: 1. One (1) or more years of public safety, security, police,
or military experience.
2. One (1) or more years in a customer service position.

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Previous customer service, public safety, security, or police experience.
2. Previous experience with Microsoft Office products.
3. Previous supervisory experience.
4. Leadership training.

Is this a safety sensitive position? Yes  

Background Screening Required?  Yes  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.