Campus Security Assistant (Hourly)
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Campus Security Assistant (Hourly) **GENERAL DUTIES** In accordance with the policies of The City University of New York and individual colleges/units, and under supervision, incumbents perform duties supporting campus/location public safety and security. Campus Security Assistants work closely with Campus Peace Officers. The major distinction between a Campus Peace Officer and a Campus Security Assistant is that Campus Security Assistants do not receive Peace Officer status.
Typical Post Duties - Act as a First Responder to alarms and calls for service. - Observe campus activities, reporting suspicious behavior and other incidents to Central Dispatch and/or a ranking officer within Public Safety. - Enforce college rules and regulations as specified in Standard Operating Procedures. - Check IDs and parking passes/decals (where applicable) of students, faculty, staff, and visitors, in accordance with the College's access policy. - Answer department telephone lines, including emergency calls. - Provide travel directions to college and to college campus buildings, offices, and services. - Accept items to campus Lost and Found.
Typical Administrative Duties - Maintain a personal record (memo book) of daily job activities and incidents, as they occur, in the manner determined by the Campus Public Safety Director. - When assigned, carefully monitor the premises through the campus CCTV system. - Perform assigned Fire Safety duties, including acting as a Fire Warden or Fire Guard during fire drills, emergencies, and other building evacuations. - Act as central dispatcher, when assigned. - When assigned, maintain post and tour logs, guaranteeing that logs are kept current and entries are up-to-date. - Maintain radio contact with the Department's Central Dispatch.
**CONTRACT TITLE** Campus Security Assistant **FLSA** Non-exempt
**CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION** Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College’s community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services. The Department of Public Safety at Lehman College is seeking an hourly Campus Security Assistant(s) to help ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, staff, and visitors on the College’s campus. Under supervision, the Campus Security Assistant supports the Department’s mission by providing security services, monitoring campus facilities, assisting with access control, responding to incidents, and promoting a safe and welcoming environment for the campus community. This position is essential personnel and a part-time position (up to 32.5 hours per week, contingent on the department's needs and budget).
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS** 1. A valid New York State Security Guard License; **and** 2. A high school diploma or its educational equivalent from an accredited institution; **and** a. One (1) year of satisfactory, full-time work experience; or b. One (1) year of U.S. Military service; or c. Thirty (30) semester credits from an accredited college or university.
**English Language Proficiency:** All candidates must be able to speak, read, write & understand English well enough to perform the duties of the position; proficiency will be evaluated at the time of interview.
**Note:** Candidates who receive a conditional appointment must also meet requirements A and B. Candidates may also be required to meet requirement C where applicable. A. Candidates must meet physical, medical, and psychological requirements as defined in University examination standards. Candidates must pass a screen for drug usage. They may be required to demonstrate physical readiness for performing job tasks. B. Candidates must also undergo a background check, including fingerprint screening. C. For certain positions, a Driver’s License valid in the State of New York may be required.
**Note:** **For some assignments, the possession of a Certificate of Fitness (F-89) issued by the New York City Fire Department will be required.**
**Requirements for Continued Employment:** Employees are expected to continue to meet the Qualification Requirements as a condition of continued employment. Any required certification is considered to be a form of licensure and must also be maintained. Continued employment also depends on completing and successfully passing training courses or programs. Training may be required by the Senior Vice Chancellor for University Human Resources or the University Director of Public Safety. Training may also be required to comply with New York State Security Guard Licensing rules and regulations, and other laws and regulations. All Campus Security Assistants are subject to random drug screening.
**COMPENSATION** $19.70 per hour
**BENEFITS** CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
**HOW TO APPLY** To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
**CLOSING DATE** Open until filled.
**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY** CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
**Job ID:** 32380 **Location:** Lehman College **Job Type:** Part-Time
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