Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/12/16
Applications Due: 11/10/16
Vacancy ID: 33653
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleSafety and Security Officer 1 / Trainee
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)
Salary RangeFrom $37381 to $53823 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 12 AM
To 11:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Franklin
Street Address OPWDD - Safety Department
Sunmount DDSO / Region 3, 2445 State Rt. 30
City Tupper Lake
StateNY
Zip Code12986
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Anyone currently reachable on the Safety and Security Officer Tr Civil Service Exam. Any employee is eligible to apply for transfer under Section 70.4 of the Civil Service law who:
Transfer Qualifications:
a. Has had at least one year of permanent competitive service in a position allocated to Grades 7 –11.
AND
b. Has passed the Safety & Security Officer Trainee Exam.
OR
Any employee who has had at least one year of permanent competitive service as a Developmental Aide, Grade 9 or a Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide, Grade 11 is eligible to apply for a transfer under section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
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.
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Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include but not limited to:
• Security patrols, on foot or by vehicle, in order to detect evidence of irregularities and deter criminal activity.
• Operate emergency vehicles.
• Inspects 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.
• May operate security cameras, computers, and related electronic security equipment.
• Enforces state, municipal and institution laws, rules and regulations.
• Search for and eliminate contraband.
• 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.
• Conducts quarterly reviews of community sites as well as campus locations.
• Instruct employees and individuals about emergency fires and safety practices and procedures.
Additional Comments Please note:
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.
• All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.
• OPWDD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name OHRM
Telephone (518) 359-4150
Fax
Email Address opwdd.sm.sunmount.jobs@opwdd.ny.gov
Address
Street Sunmount DDSO
2445 State Route 30
City Tupper Lake
State NY
Zip Code 12986
Notes on ApplyingSHIFT/PASS: ROTATING / To be discussed at interview.
Submit cover letter and résumé by November 10, 2016. Please reference the above EOA # 2016-329 in all correspondence.
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