Location: Niceville, FL
Category: Professional
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Tue Jul 7 2026
Job Description:
The individual filling this position is expected to play a positive role in helping the College change as necessary to effectively carry out its mission.
The Public Safety Training Center Coordinator (Law Enforcement/Corrections) is responsible for facilitating the implementation of Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) requirements; coordinating and monitoring Training Center activities acting as liaison with public safety agencies; assisting in maintaining appropriate Training Center records and files in compliance with NWF State College; maintaining contact with adjunct instructors regarding policies and procedures; periodically visiting training areas and other agencies as assigned.
This position will include instructional activities in the department, including night and weekend responsibilities along with occasional irregular work hours as designated by the Director, Public Safety Training Center.
- Supervise development and implementation of Public Safety Training Center curriculum, in Law Enforcement, and Corrections.
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Assist in the resolution of student complaints, appeals and disputes.
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Schedule program classes and recommend instructor assignments.
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Maintain and update instructors' certification records.
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Order and maintain equipment and supplies for Public Safety Training Center classes.
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Provide academic advising and programs of study for students.
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Serve as a member of the Public Safety Training Center recruitment and retention team.
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Maintain liaison with public safety agencies within our training region.
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Maintain liaison with the FDLE Field Representative for our area.
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Maintain concise records of student attendance and performance, and develop appropriate reports for submission to the appropriate State agency,
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Provide classroom instruction.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Safety.
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FDLE instructor certification.
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As a part of the college's risk management tool annual mandatory compliance training is required.
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Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health insurance for employee and dependent coverage available.
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College-paid basic life insurance for employee with additional coverage for employee and/or dependents at employee's expense
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College-paid retirement with 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
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Optional dental and vision insurance at employee's expense
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Paid leave accrual (sick and vacation/annual leave)
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Paid time off for designated holidays, winter break, and spring break
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36-hour, 4-day workweek (Monday - Thursday) available to many departments | 40-hour workweek | 34-hour workweek
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Free tickets to designated Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events
Job Requirements:
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Active FDLE instructor certification
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Experience teaching FDLE curriculum-based courses
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Associate degree with 2-4 years of relevant work experience, including active, documented experience in law enforcement or corrections.
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Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
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Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Fire Science, Public Administration
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Work experience in the higher education setting
Additional Information:
Classification: Professional II
Grant Funded: No
Location: Niceville
FLSA Status: Exempt
Application Deadline:
Open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately.
