Campus Peace Officer Part-Time HV-UPSEU-CPOPT 8559

Hudson Valley Community College; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Hudson Valley Community College in Troy, NY, seeks experienced Campus Peace Officers to maintain safety and order across its campuses in Troy and Malta. The position is part-time and requires NYS residency, knowledge of state laws, and ability to respond quickly in emergencies.

Under the supervision of the Director of Public Safety, you will patrol campus grounds, enforce campus rules, coordinate with local police, and prepare written reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or closely related field.
• One year of experience in a law enforcement agency or security/safety force.
• Associate’s Degree plus three years of experience in law enforcement.
• High school diploma with five years of relevant security experience.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the laws of the State of New York.
• May summon local police, fire departments and ambulance services as needed.
• Control and direct traffic on campus roadways and parking lots.
• Patrol the campus on foot or by vehicle to protect people and property.
• Investigate complaints and motor vehicle accidents on campus.
• Prepare records and oral, computer and written reports.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide assistance as trained.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Emergency response

Public safety knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

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 team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Campus Peace Officer

Part‑Time HV-UPSEU-CPOPT 8559

In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement.

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.

Applicants must have good knowledge of New York State laws; good knowledge of the rules and regulations of the college Public Safety Office; good knowledge of safety issues; ability to carry out oral and written directions; ability to deal effectively with people; ability to act quickly in an emergency situation; initiative; good judgment; mental alertness; tact and courtesy; good physical condition.

• (a) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or closely related field and one (1) year of experience in a law enforcement agency or security /safety force; or
• (b) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or closely related field and three (3) years of experience in a law enforcement agency or security /safety force; or
• (c) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:
  • a) Five (5) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience as a Municipal Police Trained Police Officer; or
• (d) Five (5) years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in a law enforcement agency or security /safety force.
• (e) Candidates must have twenty-four (24) hours of New York State Security Guard License courses completed prior to assignments

The essential duties involve the responsibility of public safety on the college campus. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Public Safety:

• Enforce the laws of the State of New York;
• May summon local police, fire departments and ambulance services in cases of law violation, fire or other emergencies;
• Control and direct traffic on campus roadways and parking lots;
• Patrol the campus on foot or in a 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 the supervisor;
• Investigate motor vehicle accidents on campus;
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations;
• Supervise lower-level Campus Security Officer’s and Parking lot Attendant on routine duties and at special events;
• Enforce compliance with fire and safety regulation;
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide assistance based on level of training;
• Give information and directions to students and visitors;
• Keep records and make oral, computer and written reports;
• Operate radio, telephone, computer and other dispatching equipment;
• Perform other related duties that may be assigned by the Director of Public Safety.

There are multiple part-time positions available with a starting hourly rate of $31.0575.

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

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