Safety and Security Officer 1

Job Description

Include, but not limited to:
· Must be NYS Codes Certified or be able to obtain Codes certification within your probationary period
· Must maintain your Codes certification throughout your duration in this position
· Being in travel status approximately 50% of the time
· Must be able to manage travel status and travel card requirements
· Must be able to manage Leave & Accrual Tracking System (LATS)
· Must be able to manage Statewide Financial System (SFS)
· Assist in managing the ordering, dispersing, and tracking all uniforms and equipment issued to each Safety and Security Officer under the auspice of OPWDD.
· Assist in scheduling, facilitation, and documentation of Safety Officer training including DCJS mandated training
· Security patrols, on foot or by vehicle, in order to detect evidence of irregularities and deter criminal activity.
· Inspect buildings to insure that all areas are appropriately locked, secured and free of hazardous conditions.
· Maintain communication by radio, P.A., or telephone for routine and emergency needs.
· Questions suspicious persons.
· May direct vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
· Enforces state, municipal and institution laws, rules and regulations.
· May operate security cameras, computers, and related electronic security equipment.
· Answers questions and gives directions to visitors.
· May occasionally arrest suspects and violators in order to protect persons and property.
· May testify in court.
· May need to conduct searches to locate missing individuals.
· Responds to, investigates and prepares detailed written reports at the scenes of fires, accidents, and other incidents.
· Summons medical assistance and applies first aid as the situation indicates.
· May physically intervene in fights and may physically restrain unruly individuals in order to prevent injury to others.
· Interviews victims, witnesses, complainants, and suspects in order to collect information needed to assist in criminal prosecution.
· Conducts quarterly reviews of Agency properties as assigned by supervisor to ensure compliance with NYS Uniform and Life Safety Code, and Agency rules and regulations.
· Daily travel within the Region, and to other Regions within the State may be required.
· May be involved in emergency management through planning, implementing and assessing disaster plans.
· Performs other related duties.
Locations:
Central NY - 199 Mill St. Rome Metro - 2400 Hasley Bronx
Bernard Fineson - 80-45 Winchester Blvd PO Box 280507 Queens Village Broome - 249 Glenwood Ave Binghamton
Capital District - 500 Balltown Rd Schenectady Central NY - 4601 Nixon Park Syracuse
Finger Lakes - 620 Westfall Rd Rochester Hudson Valley - 7 Wilbur Rd Thiells
Long Island - 45 Mall Drive Dupont Staten Island - 1150 Forest Hill Road Staten Island
Sunmount - 2445 State Route 30 Tupper Lake Taconic - 26 Center Circle Wassaic
Western - 1200 East & West Rd West Seneca
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Minimum Qualifications:
OPEN COMPETITIVE:
Safety & Security Officer Trainee: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma or similar equivalency such as a General Education Development Certification or higher degree.
Safety & Security Officer 1: High school or equivalent diploma and one year of experience patrolling, inspecting, and monitoring buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and resolve safety and security hazards and risks, deter criminal activity, and ensure compliance with local, State, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
In addition, candidate:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a United States Citizen and a resident of New York State.
• Must pass a medical examination administered by the Department of Civil Service's Employee Health Services, which includes an agility test.
• Must undergo a thorough background investigation to determine suitability for appointment. Conviction of a felony will bar appointment; conviction of a misdemeanor or other violation of law may bar appointment. Background investigation includes fingerprinting for both state and federal identification records check. Candidates may also be required to be cleared through the New York State Child Abuse Register.
• Must have a driver's license valid in New York State. A conditional license is not acceptable.
• Ability to work effectively within the treatment team.
• Ability to act independently.
• Ability to meet and maintain criminal background and physical standards.
• Ability to accurately observe and document conditions relating to welfare and security.
NOTE:
Due to the peace officer status of incumbents, re-fingerprinting, including payment of all applicable fees, is required even for an existing employee who may already have "search and retain" status with the Division of Criminal Justice Services.
Transfer:
Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.

Requirements

OPEN COMPETITIVE:
Safety & Security Officer Trainee: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma or similar equivalency such as a General Education Development Certification or higher degree.
Safety & Security Officer 1: High school or equivalent diploma and one year of experience patrolling, inspecting, and monitoring buildings, grounds, and equipment to identify and resolve safety and security hazards and risks, deter criminal activity, and ensure compliance with local, State, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
In addition, candidate:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a United States Citizen and a resident of New York State.
• Must pass a medical examination administered by the Department of Civil Service's Employee Health Services, which includes an agility test.
• Must undergo a thorough background investigation to determine suitability for appointment. Conviction of a felony will bar appointment; conviction of a misdemeanor or other violation of law may bar appointment. Background investigation includes fingerprinting for both state and federal identification records check. Candidates may also be required to be cleared through the New York State Child Abuse Register.
• Must have a driver's license valid in New York State. A conditional license is not acceptable.
• Ability to work effectively within the treatment team.
• Ability to act independently.
• Ability to meet and maintain criminal background and physical standards.
• Ability to accurately observe and document conditions relating to welfare and security.
NOTE:
Due to the peace officer status of incumbents, re-fingerprinting, including payment of all applicable fees, is required even for an existing employee who may already have "search and retain" status with the Division of Criminal Justice Services.
Transfer:
Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.