Special Officer / Peace Officer

The Special Officer / Peace Officer will provide physical security, safety, and maintenance of order in accordance with agency procedures. The role involves screening employees and visitors, operating and monitoring security equipment, and patrolling designated areas to maintain order and preserve the peace.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Special Officer / Peace Officer include screening employees and visitors, operating and monitoring security equipment, patrolling designated areas, making arrests and issuing summonses, and responding to emergency and security incidents.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be a fit for this role, candidates should exhibit a strong interest in criminal law and public service, have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The role also requires the ability to resolve conflicts, multitask, and attend, complete, and maintain State and agency training requirements.

Requirements

• A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience
• CPR Certification
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Abilities to resolve conflicts and multitask
• Ability to attend, complete, and maintain State and agency training requirements

Benefits

• Salary Step Plan: Hiring Rate - $40,480, After 1 Year - $41,818, After 2 Years - $43,155, After 3 Years - $44,494, After 4 Years - $45,831, After 5 Years - $58,345