Review Vacancy
AgencyPeople With Developmental Disabilities, Office for
TitleSafety and Security Officer 1, SG 12, or Safety and Security Officer Trainee, NS
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)
Salary RangeFrom $42740 to $52460 Annually
Street Address OPWDD - Property Support and Emergency Services (PSES) Central Office
44 Holland Avenue
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Safety & Security Officer 1 or 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.
Duties Description PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include, but not limited to:
• Conducting initial and annual home inspections of Family Care Provider’s (FCP)
• Conducting annual FCP Fire Safety Training classes
• In cases of long term absences or increased FC workload, assist other statewide FC inspectors with completion of assigned tasks
• Maintaining several databases of FCP information and inspection data
• Scheduling inspections and training classes
• 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 managing the ordering, dispersing, and tracking all departmental equipment issued to the regional Safety Offices.
• Assist in managing the ordering, dispersal, tracking and facilitating maintenance of all Vehicles assigned to the Property Supports and Emergency Services Division of OPWDD.
• Assist in managing the inventory, and locations of emergency response equipment, facilitating maintenance of, and emergency deployment of equipment and assets as one of two logistics officers for OPWDD.
• Provide logistical support during emergency operations in the field.
• Assist in maintaining statewide database of Security Services personnel
• Scheduling, facilitation, and documentation of all required 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.
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.