University Police Officer 3

Position Information

Position Title: University Police
Officer 3
Department: University Police
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/61003
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail
Information

Position Summary

The University Police Officer 3 will perform the duties of any subordinate
officer, supervises, directs, and coordinates the assignments of University Police Officers, Lieutenants, Investigators, and other
University Police Department staff; assists with police operations and special events within the Department and communicates orders,
information, and instructions.

The University Police Officer 3 will work on various activities but will not be limited
to assisting the command staff on assignments and projects.

Duties Include:

• Supports the Command
  staff;
• Assists with the management of all police and security activities for the Department;
• Facilitates scheduling and
  assigns department personnel to effectively and efficiently utilize staff and ensure adequate security coverage;
• May alter schedules
  to provide coverage of anticipated periods of peak demands for law enforcement and security services;
• Evaluates the performance of
  staff and makes recommendations regarding performance evaluations; probationary or other terminations;
• May conduct and supervise
  internal investigations;
• Assist with coordinating special event coverage;
• Assist with the procurement of uniforms and
  equipment;
• Determines the need for training and assigns and selects staff for participation;
• Recommends changes in policies,
  rules, and regulations
• May be assigned to tabulate statistical data, prepare reports, and collaborate with other agencies to
  accomplish law enforcement goals;
• May attend meetings at the request of the Chief of Police or other command
  staff.
• Supervise dispatchers;
• Support accreditation, policy development, and standards compliance;
• Work on
  presentations and University Police project development
• Crime prevention development for implementation
• Liaison with on and
  off-campus safety and security stakeholders, student life, and law enforcement partners. Develops and maintains a close working relationship
  with other police and security forces.

Non-competitive Promotion: If there are there are three or fewer qualified
candidates, a permanent appointment may be made as a non-competitive promotion pursuant to Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. To
qualify, candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in/as a University Police Officer 2.

In accordance
with the 52.7 of Civil Service Law, this notice advises all employees of the University at Buffalo of our intention to conduct a
non-competitive promotional examination for the position of University Police Officer 3.. Permanent appointment may be made by
non-competitive promotion of an applicant who meets the positions minimum qualifications if a non-competitive examination is approved by the
Department of Civil Service.

Promotion : one year of permanent service as a University Police Officer
2.

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed
salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and
sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your
growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization.
Learn more about our benefits
website.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of
Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and
our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and
people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking
and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative
action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Promotion: one year of permanent service as a University Police
Officer 2.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Salary
Range
$87,370

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this
posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact’s Name: Christina Coats
Contact’s Pronouns:

Contact’s Title: HR & Business Manager
Contact’s Email: clpowell@buffalo.edu
Contact’s Phone: 716-645-8923

Posting
Dates

Posted: 02/10/2026
Deadline for Applicants: 02/24/2026
Date to be
filled:

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