Serve as acting supervisor in the absence of the Chief, providing daily leadership to Public Safety personnel and ensuring operational readiness across all shifts. 

Maintain oversight of campus patrols, officer coverage, dispatch, and response coordination for incidents, service calls, and emergencies. 

Lead daily briefings, communicate updates, and manage pass-down of key operational information between shifts. 

Partner with the Chief to review and update safety policies, procedures, and emergency protocols to align with institutional goals and industry best practices. 

Assist in developing and implementing department-wide strategies to support community safety, threat assessment, and campus preparedness. 

Foster positive, service-focused relationships with students, faculty, and staff to build a culture of mutual respect, accountability, and safety. 

Actively engage in campus life by attending community events, meetings, and student programs as a visible ambassador for the department. 

Respond to inquiries, concerns, and reports from the community with professionalism, discretion, and care. 

Provide safety escorts, support during student crises, and facilitate referrals to appropriate resources when needed. 

Provide direct supervision to officers and support staff, including performance management, scheduling, coaching, and conflict resolution. 

Lead officer onboarding and field training efforts to ensure consistent standards and institutional knowledge transfer. 

Identify training needs and coordinate ongoing professional development in areas such as de-escalation, emergency response, CPR/AED, and community policing. 

Review officer reports and documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance. 

Monitor and manage campus security systems, including video surveillance, access control, alarm systems, and radios. 

Maintain accurate records, logs, and incident reports in accordance with university policies and legal standards. 

Coordinate with Facilities and IT to address safety infrastructure needs, such as lighting, locks, phones, and alarm functionality. 

Assist with inventory and distribution of keys, access cards, IDs, and other departmental equipment. 

Act as an incident commander or key response lead during emergencies, coordinating actions with campus leadership and external agencies as appropriate. 

Participate in emergency drills, after-action reviews, and campus-wide preparedness planning. 

Support the Chief in compliance efforts related to Clery Act reporting, campus safety communications, and record retention. 

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in public safety, law enforcement, or campus security, including supervisory responsibilities. 

Must possess a State of Florida “Class D” security license or be willing to pursue and secure such certification (State of Florida Chapter 493) within 90 days of employment.