Safety and Support Services Assistant

Job Description - Safety and Support Services Assistant (2602566)

Safety and Support Services Assistant

We, the Division of Student Affairs, are a student-focused organization that aims to empower student success and support personal development. We act daily to create, enhance, and sustain a culture of respect and inclusion in the workplace, focusing on equity and justice in its many forms, including racial, social, and environmental justice. We intentionally and relentlessly pursue excellence through introspection, vulnerability, empathy, compassion, learning, and courage.

We value our internal and external partnerships as vital drivers of the ambitious goals we pursue. We celebrate and take pride in the following:

• Named one of the “Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs” by Diverse Magazine.
• Serving a highly diverse student body (  for more information).
• Leading the way as the #1 ranked institution in the AAU and #3 of all colleges and universities nationally in fostering our students' social mobility.
• Awarded multiple distinctions including philanthropic awards and research grants in experiential learning and career development, voter engagement, student engagement, health and wellness practices, and quality of residential life.

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Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) and two (2) years of full-time administrative experience may be considered. Administrative experience (student experience may be considered).

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace. Customer service experience. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (
** Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes").

Experience working in a campus residence setting. Experience with safety and support. Experience responding to crisis and/or early intervention (i.e. on-call for emergency response, conflict mediation, responding to medical or mental health emergencies, fire alarms, etc.). Student leadership experience (i.e. participation in student groups, organizations, a Resident Assistant, etc.). Experience with hiring, training and/or supervising student staff. Experience working with a diverse college population.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Assistant Director, or designated coordinator within Safety & Support Services, the Safety and Support Services Assistant provides administrative, operational, and supervisory support for Campus Residences programs and services. The position is responsible for supporting the daily operations of assigned functional areas, assisting with the supervision of students, coordinating projects and services, supporting compliance with University policies and procedures, and supporting a safe, secure, and supporting residential environment.

The incumbent serves as a live-in professional staff member who maintains a visible campus presence, participates in an live induty rotation, and assists with emergency response, crisis management, and major university events as needed. This role will have a functional assignment in one of the following areas: health and safety, residential fitness centers, residential community centers, residential warehouse operations, and residential safety and support services operations.

• Assist with the daily operation and administration of assigned Safety & Support Services programs and facilities.
• Assist with the coordination of projects, services, inspections, assessments, and operational initiatives.
• Maintain records, reports, inventories, databases, and operational documentation.
• Monitor compliance with departmental procedures, University policies, and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with campus partners to ensure efficient service delivery and operational effectiveness.
• Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, procurement, and financial…