Position Title: University Police Communications and Security Specialist 1 (NYS HELPS)

Posting Number: C250017

Employer: State

Salary Range: $48,014

FTE: 1.00

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:

• Learn about our benefits (https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/for-faculty-staff/benefits/state/csea.html) , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

• Learn more about what it looks like to be a part of the University at Buffalo community. (https://www.buffalo.edu/)

• Begin your career with us through the NY HELPS (https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/careers-at-ub/ny-helps-program.html) program.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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.

Or 30 semester college credit hours from an accredited school college must be recognized by the NYS Education Dept).

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.