Campus Peace Officer Trainee Full-Time HV-UPSEU-51424

Position Type : Full-time

Location : Troy,New York,United States

Application closes : 2024-06-02

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York.

HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools : Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).

Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year.

The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students.

Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY.

With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our UPSEU team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Campus Peace OfficerFull-Time HV-UPSEU-2224 In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement.

HVCC does not support visa applications. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check and physical.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS : Candidates must have been legal residents of New York State for at least FOUR months immediately preceding the date of the test.

Pursuant to subdivision 4a of Sec. 23 of the Civil Service Law, preference may be given to successful candidates who have been legal residents of the municipality to which the appointment is to be made for at least FOUR months preceding the date of the written test.

Please Note : The successful candidate must take the Campus Peace Officer exam (when offered), pass the exam, and be reachable on the Rensselaer County Civil Service eligible list for Campus Peace Officer to qualify for permanent employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : To be considered for the Campus Peace Officer trainee position applicants must have (A) Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, police science or a closely related field and one year experience in a law enforcement agency or security force or (B) Related associates degree and 3 years’ experience in a law enforcement agency or security force or (C) High School diploma or equivalency and five years’ experience in a law enforcement agency or security force, or any equivalent combination of training and experience defined in A,B, and C above.

Must have and maintain a NYS drivers license, must have or obtain prior to end of the training program a NYS Pistol permit.

To promote from trainee to Peace Officer must complete a NYS Campus public safety officer or basic course for police officer academy.

DUTIES AND / OR RESPONSIBILITIES : The Campus Peace Officer Trainee performs work under the supervision of the Director of Public Safety or their designee with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgement in carrying out details of the work.

Control and direct traffic on campus roadways and parking lots including but not limited to the use of physical barriers and signage.

Enforces the Laws of the State of New York

Maintain, document and store evidence including but not limited to video evidence.

Patrol the campus on foot or in patrol vehicle to protect people and property, maintain order and ensure compliance with college rules and regulations.

Investigate complaints received personally or as assigned by supervisor.

Investigate motor vehicle accidents on campus.

May summon local police, fire departments and ambulance services in cases of law violation, fire or other emergency.

Enforce traffic and parking regulations.

Enforce compliance with fire and safety regulations.

Respond to medical emergencies and provide assistance based on level of training.

Give information and directions to students and visitors.

Operate radio, telephone, video, computer and other dispatching equipment including but not limited to the ARMS software system.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Safety or another Supervisor

The hourly rate for the Campus Peace Officer Trainee is $22.78 Hudson Valley Community College offers a very competitive benefits package which includes low-cost health insurance, free tuition for employees, their spouse and dependents as well as a generous leave policy.

If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans Apply by visiting our Employment Opportunities page www.

hvcc.edu / jobs by the close date of June 2, 2024. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply. Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Last updated : 2024-05-18