"Assistant College Security Director, Level II (Classified Managerial, Provisional)"

GENERAL DUTIES

Reporting to the College Security Director at any of the CUNY colleges, with significant latitude, administers the day-to-day security and public safety operations, and implements and enforces all established safety and security policies and procedures at the college. Directs and oversees assigned staff. Interacts with faculty, staff, students and local law enforcement. Responds to all emergencies and participates in planning and staffing security and public safety functions.

Reporting to the University Security Director at the CUNY Central Office, performs duties of a CUNY-wide nature dealing with personnel, budget, and other matters affecting the University security and public safety functions. The incumbent may act on behalf of the Director in his absence when so delegated.

• Manages day to day operations, directing and prioritizing the work activities of all assigned personnel including contract guards assigned to that campus. Reviews post assignments; oversees deployment of personnel; reviews all daily incident reports; and conducts incident investigations and prepares written reports.
• Supervises special events including the coordination with the New York Fire and Police Departments; prepares security, safety, crowd control, and emergency evacuation plans in consultation with appropriate college staff.
• Participates in the planning process for all major activities on campus identifying the security and safety issues for projects such as building renovation, construction, contractors or vendors performing work, etc.
• Oversees the conduct of roll calls and inspections and may supervise the Training Officers; reviews and provides input for the preparation of daily roll call training matters; in colleges where there is no designated Training Officer, may prepare and conduct staff training.
• Supervises and monitors time and leave usage in accordance with college and University policy; verifies attendance, sick leave excuses and lateness; documents attendance violations; obtains approvals before allocating overtime; coordinates staffing for mobilizations; and assures that time charges are accurate and documented.
• Prepares performance evaluations for review and approval by the Director, initiates disciplinary action when necessary, implements summary disciplinary penalties within guidelines with the approval of the Director.
• Oversees semi-annual complete uniform and equipment inspection and prepares applicable reports.
• Researches and gathers information on new equipment, uniform items, vehicles, etc., prepares purchase requests and justifications for review and approval of the Director.
• When assigned to the Central Office by University Personnel, this position will conduct peace officer background investigations and prepare appropriate reports with disposition recommendations; draft security policy statements for review by the University Security Director and circulation to the CUNY Security Directors; administer various aspects of personnel management programs on a CUNY-wide basis including statutory and discretionary employee training and development activities; assist in the analysis, review, and utilization of confidential records, including those from New York Police Department; assist in conducting college-wide or University-wide internal investigations of alleged officer misconduct or other investigations as directed by the University Security Director.
• Participates in staffing and selection activities including hiring pools, examination administration, and the like.
• Assists the College or University Security Director; prepares reports; compiles and maintains crime statistics; and attends meetings as needed.
• When delegated, acts in the absence of the College or University Security Director, as applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CONTRACT TITLE

Assistant College Security Director

FLSA

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 is seeking an Assistant College Security Director, Level II, to perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Oversee and maintain departmental records, logbooks, Certifications, ensuring regulatory compliance and coordination with internal and external agencies.
• Supervise the operation, inspection, accountability, and monthly inventory reconciliation of identification card systems, equipment, and related supplies.
• Ensure the proper operation and oversight of all security-related systems and equipment in accordance with departmental policies, safety standards, and best practices.
• Act as the primary investigator for Workplace Violence incidents, leading investigations, coordinating threat assessments, and ensuring appropriate documentation, corrective action, and follow-up.
• Review, prepare, and approve incident reports; conduct or direct investigations to ensure accuracy, completeness, compliance, and timely resolution.
• Maintain oversight of departmental equipment and supply inventories, identify operational needs, and submit recommendations for procurement, replacement, or upgrades.
• Perform additional supervisory and operational duties as assigned to support departmental mission, continuity of operations, and campus safety objectives.

Important Note:

This is an Essential Personnel Role; 100% In-Person

*Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

CUNY ONLY:

Open only to CUNY employees holding permanent appointments in the Campus Public Safety Sergeant or Campus Security Specialist Level 2 titles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet ONE of the following four sets of requirements:

1. A Baccalaureate degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or a closely related field and three years of related experience, two years of which must involve responsible administrative or supervisory experience. In addition to progressively responsible security experience in a College or University setting, examples of related experience are: equivalent military or law enforcement experience; equivalent security force service; or equivalent business/industrial experience; OR
2. A baccalaureate degree and four years of related experience as described in #1 above, two years of which must involve responsible administrative or supervisory experience; OR
3. An Associate's degree or 60 credits and five years of related experience as described in #1 above, two years of which must involve responsible administrative or supervisory experience; OR
4. A high school diploma or G.E.D. three years of experience as a Campus Public Safety Sergeant (formerly Campus Peace Officer Level 3) and four additional years of related experience as described in #1 above.

A valid, current New York State driver's license, New York State residency, and United States citizenship are required of all candidates.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory background investigation, which may include but is not limited to criminal history review, drug tests, credit checks, driving record review, work history verification and reference checks. Incumbents in this title are subject to random drug testing as well as re-fingerprinting and reinvestigation every five years.

Within one year of appointment to this title, or sooner based on availability and satisfactory completion of mandated University training, persons appointed to this title must qualify for and obtain Peace Officer status in accordance with requirements of the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, Bureau of Municipal Police Standards. At the discretion of the College President, persons appointed to this title must, within one year of appointment to this title, receive New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services certified firearms training in accordance with New York Penal Law, Article 35.

COMPENSATION

Salary: $90,000-$100,000

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

Open only to CUNY employees holding permanent appointments in the Campus Public Safety Sergeant or Campus Security Specialist Level 2 titles.

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.