Lieutenant (LT)

Job Description Summary

The Lieutenant is the day-to-day operational lead of the Saint Leo University Campus Safety and Security Department, reporting to the Operations Manager. The LT commands field response to major and emerging incidents, oversees the Field Training Program, coordinates directly with the Pasco County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) on operational matters, and serves as the after-hours operational escalation point for the on-duty Corporal. This is an operational leadership role — administrative functions such as master scheduling, training-record maintenance, and use-of-force/incident report administration are handled by the Operations Manager, freeing the LT to focus on field command and training.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Field Incident Command

• Serve as the operational escalation point and, for major or emerging incidents, incident commander for events including alarm/fire/EMS activations, bomb threats, active threats, fights, suicidal-subject and mental health crisis calls, severe weather emergencies, and missing-student/welfare-check cases, per the Incident-Specific Response Procedures (Section 12 of the Campus Safety and Security Program manual).
• Authorize call-back of off-duty Officers or activation of the Part-Time (PT) Officer pool when a shift falls below minimum staffing, personally or through a designated after-hours contact.
• Coordinate directly with PCSO on operational matters, including joint response to active incidents and event-related deployments.
• Coordinate no less than semi-annual joint training exercises with PCSO covering active-threat response, large-event security, and radio interoperability.

Field Training Program (FTO)

• Oversee the 80-hour, four-phase Field Training Officer (FTO) program for every newly hired Officer.
• Provide final competency evaluation and written sign-off before any Officer is released to solo patrol; assign a documented remediation plan and additional supervised hours for any trainee who does not demonstrate satisfactory competency.
• Pair incoming trainees with a qualified FTO (an experienced Corporal or senior Officer) for each of the four training phases.

Operational Supervision

• Serve as the direct operational supervisor of the four squad Corporals, providing field guidance and shift-level direction.
• Set event staffing levels for sporting events and other scheduled campus events (Sections 12.3–12.4), in coordination with squad Corporals, Athletics, and the Events Office.
• Work special events designated as necessary by the Department, including events occurring at night, on weekends, or during holidays, in addition to the standard Monday–Friday day-shift schedule.
• Countersign trespass warnings issued by Officers/Corporals, per the Trespass Warning Procedure (Section 12.5).
• Receive and act on process-improvement observations submitted by Officers and Corporals; participate in after-action reviews of significant incidents and equipment failures.
• Provide field-level input into the annual Program review conducted by the Operations Manager and AVP of Human Resources & Campus Safety.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Florida Class “D” Security Officer License (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Prior supervisory experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field
• Current or ability to obtain certification in CPR/First Aid/AED, OC spray deployment, and restraint (handcuffing) application
• Demonstrated de-escalation and mental-health crisis intervention skills
• Working knowledge of Florida Statutes Chapter 493 (private security licensure) and Chapter 776 (use of force/defense of property)
• Ability to complete a University-administered background check and suitability screening
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate patrol vehicles and utility/golf carts
• Strong written communication skills for incident documentation and field reporting

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE

This job description intends to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!

We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center

• *Eligibility based on meeting required service period
• 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo