Job Description

Join the IRSC Team – Exceptional Benefits Await You!

At Indian River State College (IRSC), you’ll do more than just build a career—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty. In return, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote your well-being, secure your future, and enhance your work-life balance.

Comprehensive Health Coverage

We prioritize your health with Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life insurance and Supplemental plans to help you stay physically and mentally well with access to essential wellness resources.

We offer PPO and HMO plans with an affordable cost. (PPO/HMO option with $50 per month for individual coverage and $180 per month for family coverage)

Retirement Plans for a Secure Future

Plan for a bright future with our robust retirement options, rarely matched in the private sector. Secure your financial future with state retirement options through the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and additional investment opportunities like tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

Generous Paid Time Off

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample vacation, personal, and sick leave. Recharge and return to work refreshed and motivated.

Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on various services, including tickets to popular attractions in the area.

Professional Growth Opportunities

Build your career with purpose by engaging in meaningful projects and professional development opportunities. IRSC provides the tools and support needed to help you reach your full potential.

Are you a forward-thinking leader with a passion for public safety and security?

Indian River State College is seeking a dynamic Chief of Campus Security to oversee and enhance the safety of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors across all campuses. This role is ideal for an experienced law enforcement professional who excels at developing security policies, managing emergency response operations, and fostering partnerships with public safety agencies.

If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team, implement best practices, and create a secure learning environment, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact at IRSC.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under administrative guidance, this position ensures the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors across all the college’s campuses. Responsibilities include developing and implementing security programs, policies and procedures, managing emergency response procedures, and fostering a safe environment. The role collaborates with various departments to maintain a secure campus, oversees law enforcement and safety operations, and ensures compliance with reporting requirements. Additional duties include securing funding to enhance department resources, and strengthening partnerships with local, state, and federal public safety agencies. Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Oversee the investigation of safety and security incidents and ensure appropriate follow-up actions. Provides expert guidance to executives and administrators on law enforcement, security, and crisis management.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, direct, evaluate and assume responsibility for all aspects of campus safety, security and emergency operations for the college and its satellite campuses, ensuring optimal coordination and efficiency of services and programs, and ensuring enforcement of all local, State, and Federal laws and relevant College policies and procedures.
• Lead the department’s efforts to create and implement plans, policies, and procedures that actively pursue the creation of an accredited law enforcement department.
• Work with other college personnel to actively and assertively pursue local, state and federal funding opportunities, including grants, awards and contracts so as to bolster departmental resources and capacity.
• Enthusiastically promote and implement best practices of public safety, security, emergency management, and crisis management, leading a department that actively establishes the highest level of safety protocols, establishes deterrents, and investigates and reports incidents, accidents, criminal activity and other activities.
• Lead campus efforts to promote and establish planned security measures and protocols for response to emergency and crisis situations, special events, and other unusual activities.
• Oversee the management and coordination of all campus public safety functions including, but not limited to, college law enforcement and security services.
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