Temporary Law Enforcement Officer

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Department of University Police is seeking a Temporary Law Enforcement Officer position. Duties include: 

•  To protect life and property, reports for work on a designated schedule and performs duties as directed; enforces State laws and University rules; performs patrol assignments in a Department vehicle or on foot as assigned; performs motorist assists and locks and unlocks buildings and doors; checks buildings for security, fire and safety hazards.
• Investigates vehicular accidents, complaints and other incidents. Prepares and submits reports; issues University parking citations, Metro-Dade citations and uniform traffic citations. Provides emergency medical care (first aid) to sick or injured persons. Functions as an informational source for visitors and performs crime prevention/community relations duties as directed.
• Participates in judicial proceedings as required or directed; inspects patrol vehicles for proper fluid levels, tire pressure, and to ensure operability of lights/emergency equipment; maintains issued equipment in a clean serviceable condition; performs escort duties as directed; controls and monitors traffic flow. 
• Performs essential duties during emergencies, such as hurricanes, storms/any other University emergency closing. Is expected to be available to report to work as needed during University emergency closings with appropriate notification by department administrator. 
• Assists with administrative duties such as filing, delivers messages related to University business as directed; assists with inventory of Department property. 
• Performs other related tasks as required or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude management from assigning such specific duties not listed herein if such duties are logically related to the position

Temporary

• Associate's Degree or at least sixty (60) college credits; OR High school diploma or equivalent; and  Have two (2) years of active or reserve military duty; or OR Three years of continuous, post-high school work experience.
• At least 21 years of age a time of application. Citizen of the United States.
• Never have received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Successfully completed the Florida Law Enforcement Basic Recruit Training Program, and successfully passed the Florida State Law Enforcement Officer Certification Examination. Applicants may apply if they are currently enrolled in a Police Academy, will have taken the Florida State Law Enforcement Officer Certification Examination, and will be certified prior to date of hire.
• For Florida Correctional Officers, must have successfully completed a cross-over law enforcement program, and successfully passed the Florida State Law Enforcement Officer Certification Examination.

Varries, based on department needs

$24 per hour 

• Credit Check
• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screening
• Fingerprinting Check
• Health Care Screening
• Psychological Testing
• Reference Checks
• Educational Verification

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement).

Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part.  

Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for a position on FIU Careers.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act , the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/ .
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.