Armed Security Officer

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CAMPUS/CENTER LOCATION: KENT CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT: FSCJ POLICE & PUBLIC SAFETY

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE: IMMEDIATELY

REVIEW DATE: SEPTEMBER 15, 2026

SALARY: $32,570.66

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

WHAT YOU'LL DO

The Armed Security Officer provides armed security, safety, and protection for students, employees, visitors, facilities, and property of Florida State College at Jacksonville. This position
monitors campus activity, responds to emergencies, and performs security functions in routine and high- stress situations. The Armed Security Officer may be required to work various shifts
including day, afternoon, and evening hours as the College dictates and may be designated as Essential Personnel in times of emergency.

To learn more about this position please view the full job descriptions by clicking here .


WHAT YOU'LL NEED

At a minimum the selected candidate must have a high school diploma or high school equivalency (GED), and three (3) years of experience as a state certified Law Enforcement Officer, state certified Corrections Officer, or three (3) years of experience in any branch of the United States Military. Five years (5) of experience as a state certified firearms instructor and/or certified law enforcement firearms instructor in addition to other specialized firearms training certifications (e.g. State of Florida, Class K, Firearms Instructor license, certified armorer, etc.), may be substituted for military or law enforcement experience.

Valid Florida drivers license and First Aid/AED/CPR certifications upon employment. Must possess a valid Class D and G Security Officer License issued by the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services or must be willing to obtain such upon appointment. Such certifications and licensure must be maintained and current throughout employment.


RECOGNIZING OUR VETERANS

Are you claiming Veteran's Preference?

If yes, you must complete the Veteran's Preference Addendum and submit it as an attachment within five (5) days of the advertised position close/review date. Additionally, please submit the required documentation as listed on the addendum based on the category you select. If you are unable to attach/upload these documents yourself, please feel free to fax them to the Human Resource Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io and we will attach on your behalf.

To print out the Veterans Preference Addendum please click on the link below.

Veterans Preference Addendum

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.


WHY US

We value our employees. Employees are treated as individuals and empowered to do their best. Our greatest strength lies in the skill, judgement and talent of our employees. We recognize that our success is related directly to the dedication and performance of our employees. We value integrity, excellence in teaching and learning, a culture of honesty and trust, creativity and a respect for diversity. We believe in the potential of people who are inspired, engaged and work together for common goals & objectives. To that end we strive to attract, develop and retain the talented people necessary to deliver the highest quality service to our students and community. It is our focus to support a diverse workforce within an inclusive work environment. In return, we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, job/skill training, and company-sponsored social events.

What makes FSCJ stand out among other colleges and universities? We are:

Accessible: Classes are offered at convenient locations throughout Duval County and Nassau County and globally through online classes. View our locations .

Affordable: FSCJ ranks among the top 50 most affordable public, four-year institutions in the nation. Plus, we provide many financial aid and scholarship opportunities for our students.

Diverse: We have students from more than 154 countries and students range in age from 12 to 106 years old.

Highly Ranked: FSCJ ranks 11th in the nation in grand total (4,548), and in all disciplines granted among public, four-year colleges and universities granting associate degrees. (Community College Week)


AWARDS & ACCOLADES

For the second consecutive year, Florida State College at Jacksonville has been named as a 2025 Great College to Work For by ModernThink. FSCJ has been greatly honored with the Honor Roll recognition in 9 of 10 categories including: Job Satisfaction & Support, Professional Development, Mission & Pride, Supervisor/Department Chair Effectiveness, Confidence in Senior Leadership, Faculty & Staff Well-being, Shared Governance, Faculty Experience, and Inclusion, Belonging & Community. Click here to learn more about this recognition.

Click here to view our other Awards, Highlights and Accolades


WE CAN HELP

If you have questions or need technical assistance, please contact the Human Resources department by email View email address on click.appcast.io or phone View phone number on click.appcast.io. Additional documents can be faxed to View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Florida State College at Jacksonville complies with the provisions of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, and other applicable laws pertaining to College safety and security practices. The College's Annual Security Report and Annual Crime Statistics are posted on the College's website. You can access the following sites by clicking on the following link Campus Security Policies , or directly at Annual Security Report . A hard copy may be obtained at any Campus Security Office.

A military veteran applicant who believes he or she was not afforded employment, promotion or retention preference may file a complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs (FDVA). The complaint must be made within 60 days from the date a non-select notice was received. The FDVA can investigate and make a determination as to whether a violation has occurred. For more information, call View phone number on click.appcast.io , or email View email address on click.appcast.io . You can also email or mail a detailed complaint to: P.O. Box 31001, St. Petersburg, FL 33731.

Florida State College at Jacksonville does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, disability, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation/expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or genetic information in its programs, activities and employment. For more information, visit the Equal Access/Equal Opportunity page. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please notify the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io if any reasonable accommodations are required during the application or the interview process.

Florida State College at Jacksonville provides equal opportunity for educational opportunities and employment to all. If you have concerns regarding discrimination, harassment or retaliation, please contact the College's Equity Officer, 501 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202, or at View phone number on click.appcast.io, toll-free at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io for information.

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