University Police Communications and Security Specialist

Functions under the direction of the University Police Department shift supervisor, typically a University Police Officer 2, or University Police Communications and Security Specialist 2. Incumbents are given directions regarding assignments, briefing on current problems at the beginning of the shift, and instruction in job-related law enforcement techniques.

Controls base, fixed or mobile communication systems.

Maintains status and control over all mobile radio units in service.

Monitors all equipment in the dispatch area and reports all departures from required procedures to the appropriate supervisor.

Reports emergency situations to supervisory personnel, including the inability to establish communications with a mobile unit.

Operates computers, communications, and support equipment, consistent with New York State E-Justice and National Crime Information Center rules and regulations.

Operates radio, telephone, and broadcast equipment, closed-circuit television systems, and electronic security systems.

Monitors, activates, deactivates, and controls electronic access systems.

Enters, updates, and queries information in various computers and systems.

Retrieves and reviews messages received from data systems and stores or distributes them according to prescribed procedures.

Prepares written reports and maintains the police department blotter as assigned.

Operates logging devices to automatically record video, radio and telephone transmissions, and archive them as required.

Maintains communications files and performs other communication-related duties as required by the shift supervisor.

May perform security guard duties to support campus police operations.

Responds to calls for assistance to ensure that property is secured until a police officer arrives at the scene.

Assists with calls for service such as unlocking doors, providing safety escorts, and inspecting safety equipment.

Patrols assigned area on foot to deter criminal activity by means of presence and witness, and to detect and report any dangerous situations such as fires.

Post assignments at a specific location for security or safety reasons.

Issues parking permits and citations.

Prepares and files a variety of reports and logs, and performs other security related activities.

May issue and maintain department equipment.

Candidates will initially work a dayshift schedule during a training period. Once the training program has been completed, employee will be assigned either an afternoon or evening shift.

Candidate must posses one of the following requirements in order to be considered for the position. Candidates are required to submit a resume and the contact information of three (3) professional/business references.

Qualifications:

1.One year of full time experience as a police or peace officer; or

2. one year of full time experience as a dispatcher for a public safety agency including fire departments, emergency medical services, or law enforcement; or

3. one year of active service and an honorable discharge from the United States military as a dispatcher of military police or security personnel; or

4. thirty college credit hours from an accredited institution of higher education.

Valid/Unrestricted driver’s license required.

Must obtain a Security Guard Photo ID from the NYS Department of State within 90 days of appointment. Candidates are required to complete an integrity questionnaire and to be fingerprinted.

Continued appointment in this title is dependent upon maintaining a current Security Guard Photo ID issued by the NYS Department of State. Failure to maintain this ID will result in removal from employment.

The University Police department is a twenty-four (24) hour operation. Position works a 5 day work schedule with 2 pass days (may include working Saturdays and Sunday, holidays and providing coverage {including emergencies} on the following shifts: Tuesday to Saturday – 4:00 pm to 12:00 am, Saturday to Wednesday, 12:00 am to 8:00 am, and a split shift (Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sunday and Monday, 4:00 pm to 12:00 am, Thursday and Friday, 12:00 am to 8:00 am). Work schedule to be determined by management.

About Purchase College, SUNY

A top 10 public school, according to U.S. News & World Report, Purchase College,
part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, is a dynamic campus
that combines conservatory training in the visual and performing arts with
programs in the liberal arts and sciences, in order to inspire an appreciation
for both intellectual and artistic talents in all students. Purchase
College, SUNY is a community of students, faculty, and friends where
open-minded engagement with the creative process leads to a lifetime of
intellectual growth and professional opportunity. For more information about
the college, visit Purchase College.

Benefits –

• Health, dental, and vision benefits are available to eligible employees after a 28-day waiting period. More information regarding other benefits such as generous paid time off, tuition assistance, and retirement systems can be found on SUNY’s Benefit Summaries website.

• Purchase College is a qualifying government employer allowing eligible employees to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

• Access to the NAEYC-accredited, on-campus child care at The Children’s Center.

• Discounted access to the world-class Performing Arts Center, free admission to the Neuberger Museum of Art, and free access to the athletic facilities.

• Other benefits include business-casual dress and an opportunity to telecommute (dependent on job function and operational need). For detailed information on some of the College’s employee benefits, visit the College’s Human Resources/Benefits website.

Nondiscrimination Policy – Purchase College is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to service, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the Purchase community (including vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic. To view the entire policy, please visit the following website: Purchase College Human Resources Policies and Procedures website.




Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Purchase College is an AA/EEO employer. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three years; and the availability regarding the University’s current campus security policies. Purchase College’s Annual Security Report is available at Purchase College NYS University Police Website.