Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleMajor - Park Police (Bureau of Internal Affairs)
Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $108544 to $137206 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description The incumbent of the Major, Park Police, M-2, will report to the Director of Law Enforcement. The Major will be the highest-ranking member of the Internal Affairs Bureau and will direct permanent staff that work within the Bureau. The Major has primary overall responsibility for investigating personnel complaints, conducting confidential and often sensitive investigations, coordination of the destruction of Division evidence, conducting statewide inspections of Districts and Zones, and assisting Employee Relations with OPRHP employee investigations and/or arrests.
Serves as lead or oversight of all confidential, sensitive and administrative investigations for the Division.
• Investigate Personnel Complaints, conduct confidential investigations as directed by Division Headquarters and keep the Director of Law Enforcement apprised of all significant investigations involving Division personnel.
• Monitor the progress of personnel investigations as well as Park Police Officer Trainee candidate background investigations to ensure accurate and timely investigations.
• Review administrative reports for completeness, accuracy, and thoroughness.
Coordinates the destruction of statewide evidence, administers annual District and Zone Inspections, reviews annual District and Zone self-assessments.
• Coordinate the destruction of evidence in compliance with Article 28.
• Oversee the destruction of Division Firearms.
• Oversee the statewide Inspection Program by inspecting the administrative and police operations, records and installations at the various District/Zone stations, review annual District Self-Assessments for completeness, accuracy and thoroughness.
Coordinates Division background investigations, reviews policy and procedures to ensure Division compliance, and develops training related to Administrative Report Writing.
• Oversee the backgrounds on all Division members and employees, manage all completed Division Backgrounds and oversee the destruction in accordance with Division Retention Policy.
• Participate in Personnel Complaint/Division Vehicle Accident Investigations and Administrative Report Writing course instruction for field personnel, supervisors and basic school participants.
• Conduct yearly analysis of Division vehicle pursuits (Lexipol Policy 307).
• Monitor Division use of force incidents and ensure that any required investigations have been completed.
• Oversee special events/ large events to ensure our members are maintaining Division standards.
Completes ancillary duties as assigned by the Director of Law Enforcement
• Oversee distribution and use of Agency confidential funds.
• Oversee Academy Physical Fitness and Psychological Processing for future Academy sessions.
• Member of the Agency Fraud committee.
• Member of the Awards Committee.
• Any other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications NYS Civil Service Eligible List
There is no current civil service eligible list for this title.
Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP):
Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service as a Captain, Park Police, SG-22, or Lieutenant, Park Police, SG-20, with the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation employees eligible for promotion respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.
Provisional Appointment:
Based on the results of this posting notice, OPRHP may make a provisional appointment to this position. The minimum qualifications for provisional appointment are: one year of permanent competitive service as a Captain, Park Police, SG-22, or Lieutenant, Park Police, SG-20, with the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
Reassignment:
Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent permanent service as a Major, Park Police, M-2.
Reinstatement:
Candidates who were previously permanently employed by New York State in this title may be reinstated to this position or to any position to which they were eligible to transfer. Employees separated from their positions may be reinstated within one year of the date of separation. Employees who have been separated from State service for more than one year may be reinstated upon approval of the New York State Civil Service Commission.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Candidate must possess and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license that allows the person to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Candidates must reside in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
*Note: The title, Major, Park Police, M-2, has an Occupational Pay Differential of $34,301. Total salary cannot exceed the combination of the Job Rate ($137,206) and the OPD ($34,301).
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
Paid Time Off:
• M/C 39 days - 13 Vacation days, 8 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about the benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
625 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingAll interested candidates must submit an application, resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
You can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters, or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at:
https://parks.ny.gov/sites/default/files/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1.pdf
Your application must be received by October 16, 2026, and submitted via email to: employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include the Vacancy ID number and “Major–Internal Affairs” in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
Please submit your documents as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages and/or “the cloud.”
It is the responsibility of all candidates to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.