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Job Description The OpportunityEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking dedicated and professional Campus Safety & Security Officers/Dispatchers to join our Worldwide Campus Safety & Security team. This role is essential in supporting a safe, secure, and welcoming campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.Safety Officers/Dispatchers serve as both field responders and communications center personnel, acting as the department's front-line representatives. This position requires integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to respond effectively in dynamic and sometimes high-pressure situations. Team members play a key role in protecting university assets, supporting emergency response efforts, and promoting a proactive, community-focused approach to campus safety.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain a visible and professional presence to promote campus safety and securityRespond to fire, medical, and security-related incidents across campusAssist armed officers with field operations and incident response activitiesOperate as a dispatcher in the Communications Center, receiving and prioritizing emergency and non-emergency callsCoordinate and dispatch appropriate safety, security, and emergency services in a timely mannerProvide accurate and timely documentation of incidents, communications, and responsesSupport campus community engagement efforts and participate in university eventsAdapt to dual-role assignments between field operations and dispatch responsibilitiesUphold departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards at all timesContribute to a collaborative, service-oriented, and community policing environmentAbout usFor over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow.Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace._ Generous Time Off: Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year. You'll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day._ Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26._ Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period._ Personal Leave: Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.CompensationThe hourly rate for this position is $18.00 per hour . Employees assigned to night shifts may be eligible for an additional $1.50 per hour shift differential , in accordance with university policy. The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated rate.Qualifications Education:High school diploma or GED required, including basic proficiency in spelling, grammar, composition, and mathExperience:3–5 years of relevant work experience required1–3 years of experience in law enforcement, corrections, military service, or a similar security-related field preferredSkills and Abilities:Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication abilities, including clear speech and legible writingAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, including radio, phone, and in-person communicationsStrong time management and prioritization skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to remain effective in high-pressure or stressful situationsPreferred Experience:Background in security, law enforcement, corrections, military service, or related fieldRequired Licenses, Certifications, and Security Clearances:Must pass criminal background check and drug screening; no felony convictionsValid Arizona Driver's License and must meet University-approved driver standardsMust meet University driving policy (Use of Equipment and Vehicles Procedure 1.17), including: No more than 3 moving violations and/or accidents in 3 yearsNo more than 2 moving violations and/or accidents in any 1 yearNo major convictions within the last 3 years (including DUI, reckless driving, hit-and-run, assault or homicide by motor vehicle)Arizona DPS Unarmed Guard Card requiredCPR/AED certification requiredAdditional Requirements:Must successfully pass annual departmental physical fitness assessmentEmbry-Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry-Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry-Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. Embry-Riddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, or other school-administered programs or activities. For further information, please visit our website.#J-18808-Ljbffr