Security Officer (NY HELPS), WCB Item #2156

NY HELP Yes

Agency Workers' Compensation Board

Title Security Officer (NY HELPS), WCB Item #2156

Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective Services

Salary Grade 08

Bargaining Unit SSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)

Salary Range From $44563 to $55081 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Schenectady

Street Address Office of Financial Services/ Office of Security

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

Duties Description Position is directly related to Health and Safety. Duties of this position include but are not limited to: - opening and closing of the building; - protecting occupants of buildings or offices from outside annoyances and interference by unauthorized persons; - monitoring and maintaining security systems; - conducting scheduled rounds to control access to buildings and restricted areas; - preventing trespassing, loitering, theft and property damage; - appearing as a witness against person(s) arrested; - providing assistance to clients by directing them to appropriate locations; - observing all parts of an assigned office; - interviewing witnesses to incidents and taking written statements and preparing reports involving incidents or accidents. Appointees may be required to cover special security hearings and work various shifts and unscheduled overtime when necessary. Some travel required.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPSThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You must have a New York State Security Guard Registration Number or current Security Guard Photo ID issued by the New York State Department of State (you MUST enter the Registration Number or ID Number on your application) AND:Either 1. six months of post-Security Guard Registration experience as a Security Guard;Or 2. six months of experience as a police officer or peace officer;Or 3. six months of active U.S. military service where you performed security duties on a United States military base or vessel and an honorable discharge or under conditions in the NYS Restoration of Honor Act. Security duties on a United States military base or vessel include working as military police or as security personnel performing foot and motorized patrol, control of pedestrian and vehicular traffic, flight line security, and crime prevention/physical security.55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS:Individuals certified eligible for the 55b/c program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must meet the minimum qualifications and provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response. Candidates must meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications listed above.COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:CIVIL SERVICE LIST APPOINTMENT:Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list. ORTRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:Candidates must have one year permanent or 55 b/c service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of the Civil Service law.

Additional Comments We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, including:Holiday & Paid Time Off- Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.- Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.- Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.- Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.- Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.Health Care Benefits- Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.Additional Benefits- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).- Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).- NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.- Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).- Eligibility for various life insurance options.- Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Program- Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.The Workers' Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires a reasonable accommodation, please send a request to [email protected].

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Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to [email protected] (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #2156 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please do not reference the Vacancy ID No.)