Campus Security Specialist, Level 1 - Provisional

Under general supervision of the College Security Director or designee, incumbents perform specialized campus security duties in one or more of the following areas. All incumbents conduct post-audit reviews to assess program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Campus Physical Security (e.g., intrusion detection, photo ID, access control):
  • Provide oversight for system design and specification.
  • Manage contract design, bidding, letting, and project management.
• Security Equipment Specialist (CCTV, lighting, access control, fire alert, surveillance systems):
  • Assist in formulating college system designs.
  • Consult with vendors and serve as liaison for purchase, installation, maintenance, repair, and operation.
• Fire Safety Specialist / Standpipe Liaison:
  • Identify college safety preparedness needs.
  • Assist in developing emergency evacuation and fire safety plans.
  • Conduct staff safety training on internal procedures, fire extinguishers, and safety devices.
• Locking Specialist:
  • Determine college needs for physical plant security.
  • Research and investigate new locking products, mechanisms, and technologies.
  • Assess capabilities of locking systems for secure classrooms, storage vaults, laboratories, offices, and learning centers.
  • Provide direction to the college lock shop or equivalent.
• Physical Security Specialist: Serve in other designated areas of college security and safety.
• Training and Development Specialist:
  • Review new procedures, operations, and protocols.
  • Determine staff training needs and identify appropriate subject matter and techniques.
  • Plan, schedule, and conduct training programs; evaluate effectiveness.
  • Serve as liaison to University-sponsored training programs.
  • Monitor staff licenses and certifications for validity.
  • Conduct roll-call training.

Level II Additional Responsibilities

• Fire Safety Director:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a Fire Safety Plan for all facilities.
  • Oversee and staff Fire command stations.
  • Liaise with the Fire Department during operations.
  • Notify building occupants and direct evacuations during emergencies.
  • Recruit, train, and supervise Fire Safety personnel (Deputy Directors, Fire Brigade, Floor Wardens, Building Evacuation Supervisors).
  • Coordinate fire safety with OSHA Coordinator, Campus Facilities, and Building and Grounds.
  • Conduct, supervise, and evaluate fire drills.
  • Perform inspections as required by law and maintain records.
• University Training and Development Coordinator:
  • Coordinate and develop University-wide security training for sworn and non-sworn personnel.
  • Monitor and maintain training and re-certification programs to ensure compliance with University and New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) guidelines.
  • Provide liaison and support to training coordinators and guidance on training assessment.
  • Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of a University-wide training database and records as required by law.
  • Serve as principal coordinator for licensing requirements under NYPD Special Patrolman and NYS Security Guard Act.
  • May supervise subordinate personnel.

Requirements

• Level I:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Two (2) years as a CUNY Campus Public Safety Sergeant or seven (7) years full-time experience in security, law enforcement, public safety, or a related technical field.
  • Special licenses, permits, or certificates as required by the field of specialization (specified in job posting).
  • Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible duties directly related to physical security or security training and development.

  Substitutions:

  • Associate degree may substitute for two (2) years of required experience.
  • Baccalaureate degree may substitute for four (4) years of required experience.
• Level II:
  • In addition to Level I requirements, candidates must have:
    • Fire Life and Safety Director: Two additional years of fire safety management experience and required certifications (F-89 Certificate).
    • University Training and Development Coordinator: Two additional years of experience in oversight/coordination of security training and development.
  • May be required to obtain/maintain Peace Officer Status and DCJS certification as a Peace Officer instructor.
• Subject to a satisfactory background investigation (criminal history, drug tests, driving record, work history, reference checks).
• Re-fingerprinting and re-investigation every five years.

About the College

The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students’ intellectual and personal growth. BMCC bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap, with over half of its students being the first in their families to attend college. Located in downtown Manhattan, BMCC is near Tribeca, SoHo, the financial district, and City Hall. The college prides itself on its diverse student body and fosters an inclusive atmosphere of mutual respect regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. BMCC’s motto, Start Here, Go Anywhere, reflects its mission to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and community leadership.

Pay

• New Hire Year 1: $64,214 (includes 13% salary suppression for the first 24 months).
• New Hire Year 2: $65,965 (includes 13% salary suppression for the first 24 months).
• Incumbent: $72,558.

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents, including:

• Health benefits (eligibility based on job title and work hours for part-time employees).
• Pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.
• Retiree health benefits for eligible retirees.