Requisition No: 847235 

Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind

Working Title: SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT CHIEF-FSDB - 48008440

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48008440 

Salary:  $71,877.14 - $79,377.14 

Posting Closing Date: 03/28/2025 

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Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB)

Security and Law Enforcement Chief

 (Career Service)

Position Number 48008440

Department: Campus Police

Who are we?

FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more.

What we’re looking for

Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is seeking a proven law enforcement leader to serve as its next Chief of Campus Police. The desired candidate will be an enthusiastic and committed professional dedicated to community-oriented policing strategies and have an outstanding ability to work with and develop teams. The Chief of Campus Police is responsible for overseeing the professional and administrative functions of the FSDB Campus Police Department, including planning, organizing, and directing its operations and activities. This position operates under the administrative guidance of the Administrator of Business Services while allowing significant discretion for independent judgment and initiative. The desired candidate is required to maintain effective working relationships with the Administrator of Business Services, the President's Advisory Team, the Board of Trustees, other campus personnel, representatives of a variety of state and municipal agencies, and the public. Principal duties are performed in a general office environment, and in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations.  The candidate must demonstrate a dedication to maintaining the highest level of school safety standards in alignment with policy, rule, statute, and best practices.  The candidate must display the character and confidence required to guide operations while inspiring stellar performance among Campus Police staff members. 

How you will make an impact

This Business Services leadership position plans and directs the operation of the Campus Police Department, 24 hours per day, seven days per week. The Chief of Campus Police maintains an operation which supports and enhances the mission of FSDB, thereby striving to mitigate and prevent physical harm, property loss, and disruptive activity. The duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of fiscal and human resources through a commitment to effective communication, quality standards, and compliance with policies, rules, and laws.

• Supervises staff members and directs all operations in the Department.  Provides for initial training and ongoing in-service training for Department staff, which meets FSDB's current and future needs.  Maintains regular contact with staff members for the coordination of law enforcement activities.  Establishes and maintains a 24-hour shift work schedule for the Department team, providing for approved leave and training opportunities. Responsible for the security and integrity of all law enforcement and security issues affecting the FSDB community. This includes oversight of safe schools responsibilities, as coordinated by the School Safety Specialist, per federal/state statutes, Office of Safe Schools mandates, and established best practices. Develops, plans, organizes, administers, and evaluates policies, procedures, and directives to ensure departmental objectives are met. Provides leadership and direction to employees through the development of positions descriptions and the utilization of performance evaluations. Advertises, interviews, and selects applicants for positions within the department. Directs and coordinates staff work assignments to ensure continuing operations. Supervises the maintenance, preventative maintenance (including routine care, repair, and renovations), and upgrades of the electronic gates, card access, cameras, and electronic key system. This includes the procurement and management of associated contracts.

• Reviews and approves all Department police incident reports, investigative reports, internal/external correspondence; responds to correspondence and attends various meetings at FSDB and in the criminal justice community. Oversees all FSDB criminal investigations. Enforces applicable Florida Statutes, and the rules, regulations and policies established by FSDB. Assists FSDB in the interpretation of law as it relates to law enforcement and other aspects of the criminal justice system, which may impact FSDB. Responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of information pertaining to individuals as required by FSDB policy and the law.
• Directs, conducts, prepares, and reviews reports related to the operational activities of the Department. Advises on all Security and Campus Police matters and keeps the Administrator of Business Services informed. Maintains effective communication with campus-wide departments, students, and parents, as necessary. Serves as a public safety liaison with internal and external agencies and departments. Coordinates efforts with staff and students to provide efficient and effective security operations, crime prevention, personal safety, and general awareness programs. Serves as a key team member of the Incident Command Team.
• Through coordination with FSDB Administration, and in accordance with legislative mandates imposed on law enforcement agencies, develops policies and procedures for all aspects of Department activities, including parking and traffic.  
• Responsible for the development, maintenance, and disposition of Department budgets and expenditures.
• Other functions as assigned by the Administrator of Business Services

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of basic management skills. 
• Knowledge of basic people skills. 
• Knowledge of Constitutional and State of Florida Statutes. 
• Ability to assimilate data and present data in a concise way to be used as management tools. 
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure. 
• Skill in coordinating data from a variety of sources into presentation form.
• Knowledge of administrative practices and principles. 
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques. 
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of Community Oriented Policing. 
• Ability to motivate members of own department. 
• Skill in monitoring campus activities for recognizing possible threats or concerns in campus safety. 
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations and techniques.  Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System. 
• Knowledge of Law Enforcement principles and techniques. 
• Ability to collect and maintain security of sensitive/confidential departmental investigation information.
• Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired in CPR.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university; five years’ experience in law enforcement; three years’ experience in supervision; current Florida Department of Law Enforcement certification.

Preferred

Master's Degree from an accredited university with an emphasis on law enforcement and public safety leadership; ten years’ experience in law enforcement supervision.       

Sign Language Requirements: Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain an Intermediate proficiency in sign language within four years of hire. Please note: FSDB provides education to acquire sign language skills.

Hiring Salary Range: 12-month position, $71,877.14 - $79,377.14 annually. This range is inclusive of verified experience and education.

*Base $71,877.14

Associate degree addl $1500.00

Bachelor’s degree addl $3000.00

Master’s degree addl $4500.00

Additional Related and verified Full-time Experience (20-year max) @ addl $150.00 per year

Sign Language Proficiency Level: Survival Plus $300.00, Intermediate $450.00, Advanced $600

Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 4:30pm, with flexibility maintained to support a 24/7 operation

Vision

FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success.

Mission

The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes)

Values

Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility.

Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders.

Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth.

Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions.

Our benefits include:

• Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System.
• Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only.
• Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage.
• Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more.
• Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost.
• Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities.
• Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.

How You Will Grow

FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members.

Condition of Employment Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level.

FSDB is a drug-free workplace.

TO APPLY: 

Applications accepted through People First only.

An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current.

All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis.

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Take this opportunity to make a difference in a student’s life and become part of a great School. Apply today!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.