City University of New York Public Safety Dept
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City University of New York Public Safety Department | |
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Common name | CUNY Public Safety |
Abbreviation | CUNY PSD |
Jurisdictional structure | |
Operations jurisdiction | New York, USA |
Map of City University of New York Public Safety Department's jurisdiction | |
Size | 1,214.4 km2 (468.9 sq mi) |
Population | 8,274,527 |
Legal jurisdiction | CUNY |
General nature |
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Operational structure | |
Parent agency | CUNY |
Website | |
Official Website |
The City University of New York (CUNY) Public Safety Department (PSD) is responsible for safety and security at the 26 CUNY campuses and CUNY facilities.[1]
The New York City Police Department is the primary Policing and investigation agency within the New York City as per the NYC Charter (law), which includes all CUNY campuses and facilities.
CUNY has 26 Colleges, each has its own public safety website with information and advice.[1]
Officers[]
CUNY Public Safety Department is made up of two types of officer:
- Public Safety Officer - armed and unarmed New York State Peace Officers
- Security Officer - licensed, unarmed New York State security guards.
Powers and Authority[]
Public Safety Officers are NYS Peace Officers with limited authority under Article 2, §2.10, sub 25 of New York State Criminal Procedure Law.[1]
Uniform[]
The CUNY PSD uniforms mirror other New York City law enforcement agencies, with a dark blue uniform. This consists of:
- Security Officers (non-sworn) wear light blue shirts, a square shield and a different patch.
- In the summer everyday uniform shirts are short-sleeved and worn open at the collar, with no tie.[2]
Formal Uniform[]
- Dark blue shirt (or white for senior officers), with PSD shield, patch and "CUNY" insignia, as well as rank (if any)
- Dark blue tie
- Dark blue trousers
- Dark blue peaked cap with capbadge
- Dark blue tunic with patches
- White gloves.[3][4][5]
Everyday Uniform[]
- Dark blue shirt (or white for senior officers), with PSD shield, patch and "CUNY" and College-specific insignia, as well as rank (if any)
- Dark blue tie
- Dark blue trousers
- Dark blue peaked cap with capbadge or the NYC police hat (Russian style) with capbadge[6]
- Dark blue NATO jumper
- Dark blue jacket.[7]
Operations/Cycling Uniform[]
- Dark blue/light blue polo shirt with printed patches and shields
- Light blue sports jacket
- Appropriate safety equipment (helmet)
Black boots or formal shoes are worn.
Ranks[]
Title | Insignia | Uniform shirt color | Capband and capbadge colour |
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Chief | White | Gold | |
Lieutenant | White | Gold | |
Sergeant | Dark blue | Blue | |
Corporal | Dark blue | Blue | |
Public Safety Officer | Silver Shield | Dark blue | Blue |
Security Officer | Square Shield | Light blue | Blue |
Vehicles[]
CUNY PSD use a wide variety of vehicles, including cars, vans, pedal cycles and ATVs for patrol, including:
- Bicycle
- ATV[8]
- Electric buggy
- Chevrolet Impala
- Dodge Charger
- Ford Explorer
- Ford Crown Victoria
Equipment[]
CUNY Public Safety Officers are unarmed, A few supervisor are authorized to carry a handgun. These officers must be authorized by the campus president and license by the New York City Police Dept (pistol license section) and are only permitted to carry while working only. All CUNY Public Safety Officers carry an expandable baton, handcuffs, a flashlight, a radio that is directly linked to other officers, and a bullet resistant vest
References[]
- ^ a b c "Public Safety Directory".
- ^ CCNY Public Safety [@CCNYPS] (2019-05-31). "We would like to CONGRATULATE class of 2019. #citycollegeofnewyork #classof2019 t.co/yA4atykG38" (Tweet). Archived from the original on 2021-02-24. Retrieved 2021-06-14 – via Twitter.
- ^ "Corporal Clara Albino First Latina in CUNY to Receive Teamsters Local 237 President's Award".
- ^ "Hostos Public Safety Director, Chief Arnaldo Bernabe Receives 2014 Sloan Public Service Award - Hostos Community College".
- ^ "Public Safety - Office of Administration and Finance". adminfinance.baruch.cuny.edu.
- ^ CCNY Public Safety [@CCNYPS] (2020-04-28). "CCNY DPS would like to thank CCNY electrician Xia Xing Lin and the Buddhist Tzu Chi foundation for donating a 1000 N95 protective masks to the members of our department. Together we are strong. #CCNYCOMMUNITY t.co/3qqkZoCM6M" (Tweet). Archived from the original on 2021-04-09. Retrieved 2021-06-14 – via Twitter.
- ^ "CUNY Public Safety uniform - Google Search". www.google.com.
- ^ Public Safety [@KBCCPSD] (2020-09-29). "Always on the frontline. #protectandserve #campuspolice #LawEnforcement #cuny t.co/oyoShKi7Tw" (Tweet). Archived from the original on 2020-09-29. Retrieved 2021-06-14 – via Twitter.
See also[]
- Law enforcement in New York City
- Campus Police
- Government of New York City
- Law enforcement agencies of New York City
- Law enforcement in the New York metropolitan area