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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 03/25/26

Applications Due05/01/26

Vacancy ID212418

NY HELPYes

AgencyCollege of Optometry

Title Security Services Assistant 1

Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade06

Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)

Salary RangeFrom $45119 to $45119 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Thursday to Monday, 7 am to 3 pm. Off on Tuesday &amp; Wednesday.<br /><br />

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 33 West 42nd Street

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10036

Duties Description Security Services Assistants 1 (SSA) will report to the Duty Lieutenant and follow the directions of Police officers and Communications Specialists. Additionally, SSA

* Will be primarily assigned to desk duties for access control into the building and enforcement of the identification policy.

* Will conduct patrol duties enforcing college regulations and deter the commission of crime.

* Whenever it is necessary, SSA will escort or order unruly clients, patients, or visitors away from College premises.

* Will conduct building checks as well as opening and closing procedures of the building, including examining building exteriors for vandalism or intruders.

* Must assist, when requested by UPO, in the apprehension, arrest, or pursuit of suspicious persons, or persons committing a crime.

* Will check entrances and exits to ensure that they are secured, and that no unauthorized persons enter the building or remain therein after hours.

* Will respond to incidents of medical emergencies, alarm activation, or unusual occurrences; including assisting sick or injured persons, or persons with disabilities.

* Will, while on patrol, report any observations of fire safety hazards as it pertains to obstructions or blockages of exits and hallways and building deficiencies.

* Will complete all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Must possess a current NYS Security Guard License and demonstrable experience as a security officer in private and public settings. Candidates must successfully pass a background screening, including a physical/medical assessment. Ability to work Thursday to Monday, 7 am to 3 pm.

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

Name Guerda Fils

Telephone 212-938-5883

Fax 212-938-5677

Email Address gfils@sunyopt.edu

Address

Street 33 West 42nd Street

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10036

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease apply online at https://sunyopt.peopleadmin.com/postings/2517

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