Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencySUNY Oswego

The job title for the vacancy.TitleUniversity Police Communications & Security Specialist 1, SG-10 (NY HELPS)

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade10

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $48014 to $57364 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Variable

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 40

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 12 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 12 AM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Oswego

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 7060 State Route 104

The city where the vacancy is located. City Oswego

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code13126

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The New York State University Police Department is the agency responsible for law enforcement and public safety on campus. In partnership with the SUNY Oswego community, we are committed to providing a safe and secure educational environment.

The University Police Department at the State University of New York at Oswego invites applications to fill a full-time University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1 position, Grade 10.

Posting Date: January 28, 2025

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary: $48,014/year. Commensurate with qualifications and experience. In addition, the State University of New York provides an excellent benefits package. For more information on benefits for full-time NYSCOPBA (NU 21) professionals, visit: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/

Date of Appointment: As soon as possible.

Description of Responsibilities:

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/communications 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 areas 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.

Required Qualifications:
-Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
-Strong customer service skills
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Strong organizational skills
-Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
-Working knowledge of Google platform

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications (NY HELPS):

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 as military police/security personnel.

Substitution:

30 semester college credit hours from an accredited school.

Competitive Minimum Qualifications (Non-NY HELPS):

Candidates must have a reachable score on the University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1 List.

70.1 Transfer or Reinstatement:

Candidates must be current NYS employees and have a current permanent appointment with 1 year of service as a University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1, or in a title eligible to transfer to University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1; OR candidates must be former NYS employees eligible for reinstatement to the title of University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1.

Position may be filled from a mandatory reemployment list if one is in effect at the time of appointment.

Reassignment:

Permanent competitive service as a University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1.

Provisional Appointment:

Eligible for provisional appointment under NYS Civil Service guidelines.

Any resumes received that do not meet the above requirements as described will be deemed unqualified.

Conditions of Employment:

This will be a permanent or provisional appointment. Candidates should be aware that a preferred list, transfer list, placement roster, and/or reemployment roster of laid-off State employees may be certified against this vacancy by the Department of Civil Service.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Description of SUNY Oswego: Founded in 1861, SUNY Oswego is a public comprehensive university located in Central New York on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario, 45 minutes from Syracuse. One of 13 comprehensive colleges and universities in the 64-campus State University of New York (SUNY) system, SUNY Oswego is recognized nationally for its academic quality, focus on student success outcomes, and the growing diversity of its student body. Ranked among the top public master's-level universities in the 2023 "Top Regional Universities in the North" by U.S. News and World Report, SUNY Oswego is also recognized among Princeton Review's Best Regional Colleges in the Northeast - an honor bestowed on the SUNY Oswego every year since 2003.

Inspired by a shared commitment to excellence and the desire to transcend traditional higher education boundaries, SUNY Oswego provides a transformative experience to about 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The university offers preeminent academic programs in the arts and sciences, business, communications, and teacher education, and its success is built on providing students outstanding educational experiences with attention to a liberal arts and sciences foundation, practical applications, interdisciplinary approaches, independent scholarly and creative work, and skills for living in multicultural and global communities.

Additional information about SUNY Oswego can be found at: www.oswego.edu

Oswego is committed to enhancing its diversity. SUNY Oswego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is actively engaged in recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. We encourage applications from qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim SUNY status, or criminal conviction. To see our full non-discrimination policy, please visit: https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/non-discrimination-policy

In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to work in the United States per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Requests for reasonable accommodations of a disability during the application and/or interview process should be made to the Human Resources Office by calling 315-312-2230 or emailing hr@oswego.edu.

For Campus Safety information and to see the Annual Security and Fire Report (Clery), please visit: https://www.oswego.edu/police/annual-report

SUNY Oswego is a smoke free/tobacco/e-cigarette free campus. For further policy details, including education and cessation resources, please visit: https://www.oswego.edu/human-resources/sites/human-resources/files/tobacco_smoke_free_policy_final.pdf

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Human Resources

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 315-312-2230

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address hr@oswego.edu

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 7060 State Route 104

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Oswego

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 13126

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingTo Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to https://www.interviewexchange.com/candshortlist.jsp?JOBID=185041