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Staff Assistant - Admin Support

  • Syracuse
  • Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Aug 6 2026
  • University Police
  • State of New York
  • Staff Assistant, NSSL2
  • 90398B
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

The Staff Assistant will provide administrative support to the Chief of Police and University Police Administration Division.

Main responsibilities will include:

  • Managing record keeping related to fleet vehicles, maintenance and purchases.  
  • Serves as a departmental liaison to Physical Plant for maintenance and repair needs at UPD Headquarters and applicable work locations.
  • Produces and distributes correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms.
  • Compiles and presents data to support regulatory compliance and benchmarking requirements.
  • Manages department social media accounts. 
  • Assists in providing general support to all patients, visitors, students, vendors, and staff on campus.
  • Performs other administrative tasks as assigned by the Administrative Division to include, but is not limited to: reservation of conference spaces and organize Departmental trainings. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant administrative experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Current NYS Security Guard license required. A valid NYS Driver's License is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Security operations in the public or private sector is preferred. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills preferred. Adequate knowledge of the SUNY system, Upstate Medical University, and the University Police Department preferred. 

Work Days:

Monday-Friday, days

Message to Applicants:

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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