Location: Buffalo,NY, USA
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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 10/17/24
Applications Due04/06/25
Vacancy ID169974
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NY HELPYes
AgencyUniversity at Buffalo
TitleC240120 - University Police Communications and Security Specialist 1 (NYS HELPS) - The University at Buffalo
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Salary Grade10
Bargaining UnitAPSU-Agency Police Services Unit (PBAofNYS)
Salary RangeFrom $45258 to $45258 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 12 AM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Erie
Street Address xxx
City Buffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14214
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
One year of full time experience as a Police or Peace Officer;
Or one year of full time experience as a dispatcher for a public safety agency including fire departments, emergency medical services, or law enforcement;
Or one year of active service and an Honorable Discharge from the United States military, where you served as a dispatcher or military police/security personnel.
Transfer eligibility requirement: You must have a current permanent appointment with a minimum of
1 year of service in a position of the same title or transferable title.
2 Reassignment requirement: You must hold the same title at the University at Buffalo.
3 Reinstatement requirement: You must be a former state employee to request reinstatement to the title that was held (or transferable title).
ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET AT LEAST ONE OF THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS. ANY APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THAT DO NOT MEET AT LEAST ONE OF THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED AND WILL BE DISCARDED.
A completed application is required to be considered for this position. If you have received a canvass letter, DO NOT APPLY to this position. You must apply to the Web address provided on your canvass letter.
Duties Description Position Summary:
Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and security of a diverse and vibrant community? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference? If so, then the University at Buffalo University Police Department wants you to join our team as a Communications and Security Specialist 1!
As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and security of our campus community. From coordinating emergency responses to providing support during special events, your contributions will directly impact the well-being of thousands of students, faculty, and staff.
* In this role you will use a computer-aided dispatch and RMS system to receive emergency calls from the public requesting police, fire, medical or other emergency services.
* Determine the nature and location of the emergency; determine priorities, and dispatch police or other emergency units as necessary and in accordance with established procedures.
* Receive and process emergency calls, maintain contact with all units on assignment, maintain status and location of police and fire units.
* Monitor direct emergency alarms and answer non-emergency calls for assistance.
* Enter, update and retrieve information from a variety of computer systems.
* Receive requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and warrants, and provide pertinent data.
Join us in creating a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Apply now and be a part of something extraordinary at the University at Buffalo Police Department.
This is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) program. The nature and variety of the activities depend on the area in which the position is assigned.
Additional Information:
1. Learn about our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
2. Learn more about what it looks like to be a part of the University at Buffalo community.
3. Begin your career with us through the NY HELPS program.
Additional Comments Additional Information:
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and in keeping with our commitment, encourages women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans to apply.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) ###-#### or via email at ...@goer.ny.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources
Telephone 716-###-####
Fax xxx
Email Address ...@buffalo.edu
Address
Street xxx
City Buffalo
State NY
Zip Code 14214
Notes on ApplyingApplications for this position will only be accepted online. To apply, please visit: