University Police Communications and Security Specialist 1 (NYS HELPS)
Job Description
Full Job Description
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, 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.
- Begin your career with us through the NY HELPS 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.
Departmental Operating Needs
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
Salary Range
$45,258
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Days
Rotating Shifts (overtime, work on holidays, and non scheduled days may be required.)
Work Hours
Varied
Type
Full-Time
Campus
North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
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.
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