TEMP-Public Safety Officer – Executive Protection Driver

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The Public Safety Officer – Executive Protection Driver provides armed protective services and secure transportation for the University President and approved VIPs. The officer also supports general Public Safety operations when not assigned to the President, contributing to the department’s mission of campus safety, crime prevention, and service excellence.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: 28.00

Pay Basis: Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No

• Advanced defensive and protective driving skills.
• Exceptional situational awareness, threat detection, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to safely and professionally carry a firearm in accordance with Florida law and NSU policy.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, customer-service, and discretion/confidentiality skills.
• Ability to remain composed and professional under pressure, during rapidly evolving situations, and in the presence of high-profile individuals.
• Ability to follow complex instructions, security protocols, and legal requirements.
• Ability to work cooperatively and maintain professional relationships with law enforcement, executive leadership, and colleagues.
• Ability to plan and adjust routes based on real-time conditions, safety considerations, and the President’s schedule.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities, including last-minute schedule changes.

• Valid Florida Driver License with no more than three (3) points.
• Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) State Officer Certification or valid Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearm License.
• Ability to pass recurrent firearm qualification standards, driver safety certifications, and defensive driving training.

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

• Previous experience in public safety, law enforcement, security, executive protection, or related protective services.
• Demonstrated experience operating vehicles in professional or high-responsibility settings.

• Prior executive protection or dignitary protective services experience.
• Law enforcement, military police, or security operations background.
• Completion of EVOC, protective driving, or advanced defensive driving training.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Prior training or experience in threat assessment or behavioral observation.

Is this a safety sensitive position? Yes

Background Screening Required? Yes

Sensitivity Disclaimer:
Nova Southwestern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.