Peace Officer (INTERNAL ONLY) - Genesee Community College

ABOUT CAMPUS SAFETY AT GENESEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE:

The office of Campus Safety responds to all criminal or emergency calls on the Batavia campus. All officers must be licensed by the State of New York under the Security Act, attend on the job training, first aid, CPR and AED training, and receive continuous training each year to update their skills. Campus safety is responsible of enforcement of all federal, state, county laws as well as all college regulations and are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for maintaining a campus public safety/security program to provide for the protection and safety of persons and property on the campuses of Genesee Community College. The incumbent is responsible for public safety, traffic and property access control, fire and crime prevention and investigation, documentation and reporting of all incidents and relevant conclusions. The Campus Peace Officer enforces the Laws of the State of New York by virtue of the designation of Peace Officer by the Genesee Community College Board of Trustees and is authorized by the Genesee Community College President to possess and carry a firearm as part of on-duty employment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Campus Safety and the Assistant Director of Campus Safety with considerable latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgement in carrying out assignments. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Patrols buildings, grounds and parking areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to maintain order, protect persons and property, control traffic, provide first aid and to prevent trespassing, theft or damage

Investigates complaints made directly to Campus Safety or assigned investigations from the administration

Secures and checks all doors, windows and entrances to buildings to ensure they are secure

Enforces the Student Code of Conduct;

May testify in hearings and criminal courts

Files electronic reports and maintains an appropriate system of records and reports, manages database for reports, scans reports, use MS Office products

Operates central dispatch operations

Controls and directs traffic on campus or campus related roads, grounds and parking areas

Enforces the laws of the State of New York and deferral higher education laws

Investigates motor vehicle accidents that occur of campus or campus related property, manages traffic on adjacent campus roads during incidents, preforms assistance to motorist with lock-outs, dead batteries and other vehicle problems

Issues parking violation tickets

Assures that all doors and entrances are unlocked for daily activities and classes

Gives directions and information to students and visitors

Responds to intrusion alarms, fire alarms, injuries, accidents and illnesses

Provides transportation to other campuses for special events and meetings

The above examples of duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND/OR PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of the practices and procedures necessary to ensure order and security of buildings, grounds and equipment; good knowledge of procedures relating to traffic, crowd control, property access control and fire and crime prevention; Good knowledge of agency policies and regulations regarding the maintenance of a public safety model of operation; Working knowledge of basic investigation and documentation techniques; working knowledge of law enforcement procedures, relative laws, codes and regulations and legal problems and procedures pertaining to campus security and public safety; ability to conduct interviews and establish rapport with others in order to facilitate the gathering of information, ability to document and write thorough and comprehensive accident and investigative reports; ability to prepare clear, concise reports; ability to use a computer and or software or other office equipment; ability to maintain and promote harmonious relations between security personnel and students, employees and the general public; ability to communicate effectively with others; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to read and see objects under ambient, limited or artificial lighting and at a reasonable distance with sufficient clarity, sit or stand for long periods of time; ability to work indoors and outdoors; ability to hear normal speech and other audible events, and to verbally communicate over a two-way radio; must possess the ability to remain calm and withstand unpleasant situations of injuries, grief, anxiety and trauma; must possess the ability to defend oneself against a physical attack, restrain violent persons and/or take physical charge of a person who may resist arrest; the employee's physical condition shall commensurate with the demands of the position; good judgment; tact; courtesy; resourcefulness; dependability.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, talk and hear.

The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move/carry up to a minimum of 150 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school or possession of an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Dept. of Education AND EITHER:

A. Graduation from an regionally accredited or New York State registered College or University with an Associate's degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Security Administration or a closely related field AND one (1) year of full time paid experience in a campus security organization, a private, or commercial security force, or similar field;

OR:

B. Graduation from an regionally accredited or New York State registered College or University with an Associate's degree or higher AND two (2) years of full time paid experience as defined in (A) above;

OR:

Successful completion of at least 30 semester credit hours from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university AND three (3) years of full time paid experience as defined in (A) above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Within one (1) year of appointment must successfully complete the Municipal Police Training Council's basic course for Police Officers or the Municipal Police Training Council's Campus Public Safety Officer Course recognized by the State University of New York as set by the standards of the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Service.

Eligibility for a New York State Pistol Permit at the time of appointment and maintain such permit for the duration of employment.

The employee must possess a valid NYS motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment and maintain such license for the duration of employment.

POSITION & PAY RATE INFORMATION:

This is a part time, civil service position with Genesee County and will be a provisional appointment. Position is full-time (40 hours/week) and pays a rate of $23.15 per hour. Must be able to work afternoon and overnight shifts. Applicants must have a valid driver license to be considered for this position. The individual selected for the position must be a resident of Genesee, Erie, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans or Wyoming County, apply for the next Genesee County Civil Service examination for this title and be reachable on the list. Please reach out to the Genesee County Civil Service office with any questions.

BENEFITS:

Retirement Options

Tuition Assistance

FSA

Access to the Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

Access to the fitness center, pool, studio, walking trails and more at the Richard C. Call Arena

On Campus dining options for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Access to approximately 90,000 items via GCC's Library Services