Safety and Security Officer

Position: Safety and Security Officer 1
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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 05/06/26

Applications Due
06/05/26

Vacancy ID215569

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NY HELPYes

Agency People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for

Title Safety and Security Officer 1

Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade
12

Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)

Salary Range From $55012 to $67564 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Shift to be discussed at interview

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 12 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Schenectady

Street Address 500 Balltown Rd

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code
12304

Duties Description Include, but not limited to:

* Security patrols, on foot or by vehicle, in order to detect evidence of irregularities and deter criminal activity.

* Perform environmental searches and maintain security in a State Agency, Facility, or Community Residence.

* Inspect buildings to ensure that all areas are appropriately locked, secured and free of hazardous conditions.

* Conducts fire drills and evacuates buildings in response to fires and other threats to prevent death or injury.

* 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.

* Instructs employees and Individuals about Emergency Fire & Safety practices and procedures.

* May operate security cameras, computers, and related electronic security equipment.

* Screens visitors and vehicles; assists visitors by answering questions and providing directions; issues temporary parking permits and/or badges to authorized visitors; and instructs unauthorized visitors to leave premises.

* May arrest or detain suspects and violators to protect persons and property. Appear and/or 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.

* Interview's 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/or Life Safety Code, and Agency rules and regulations.

* Daily and/or overnight 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 to ensure the safety and security of Individuals, property, and grounds.

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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…