Security Officer

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 40,106 - 49,019; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Medical University in Syracuse is seeking a Security Officer to patrol and monitor secure and restricted areas. The officer guards entrances and grounds to ensure safety and security for all individuals on campus.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid NYS driver’s license and maintain a Security Guard Photo ID. The position offers a permanent status with various shifts. The annual salary is set at $44,563.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Photo ID issued by the NYS Department of State.
• NYS Department of Civil Service Eligible List or eligible for transfer.
• Six months of post‑Security Guard Registration experience as a Security Guard.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and monitors secure areas and entrances.
• Guards buildings and grounds to prevent disturbances.
• Protects safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees.

Job description

Job Summary

The Security Officer at SUNY Upstate patrols and monitors secure and restricted areas, guards SUNY Upstate buildings, entrances, and grounds to prevent and intervene in disturbances to SUNY Upstate processes and operations from irate or potentially unruly patients or visitors. The officer protects the safety and security of patients, visitors, employees, and all who enter Upstate. Must possess and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Photo ID issued by the NYS Department of State.
• NYS Department of Civil Service Eligible List or eligible for transfer.
• Open Competitive (Non‑competitive, NY HELPS) Qualifications:
  • Six months of post‑Security Guard Registration experience as a Security Guard.
  • Six months of experience as a police officer or peace officer.
  • Six months of active U.S. military service performing security duties on a United States military base or vessel with an honorable discharge or under conditions in the NYS Restoration of Honor Act.

Work Days

Various shifts

Message to Applicants

The NYS Department of Civil Service has expanded the NY HELPs Program. During this program, the NYS Civil Service Exam requirements are suspended for the Security Officer title. Position Status: Permanent

Salary

Annual Salary of $44,563

Recruitment Office

Human Resources