Review Vacancy
TitleSenior Security Officer - 11276
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitSSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)
Salary RangeFrom $47805 to $58803 Annually
Street Address Biggs Laboratory, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY AND/OR David Axelrod Institute, New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY AND/OR
Griffin Laboratory, Guilderland, NY
Minimum Qualifications Transfer Candidates: NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive status as a Senior Security Officer (G-11) or a Security Services Assistant 2 (G-9) and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. All candidates must have, and continuously maintain, their current Security Guard Photo ID issued by the NYS Department of State in order to accept and maintain employment. A copy of your Security Guard Photo ID must accompany your resume. Candidates must also possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional communication skills by phone, and in-person as well as strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or comparable software. Knowledge of the functions and capabilities of facility fire systems. Demonstrated experience coaching, mentoring and developing security staff.
Duties Description The Senior Security Officer will provide direct 24 hour security coverage at three facilities, and indirect support to two leased facilities; these facilities are geographically separated throughout Albany and Guilderland. These facilities contain combinations of sensitive materials and property (biological, chemical, radioactive and infectious agents, and animals), most of which fall under the oversight of Federal and State governmental agencies requiring adherence to specific security regulations. The Sr. Security Officer will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining security systems to control access to building and restricted areas; investigating security incidents; interviewing witnesses; coordinating activities with local police agencies and preparing written reports; assisting in fire drills and evacuations; the direct supervision of security officers; and preparing shift assignments and overtime schedules to maintain facility coverage.
Additional Comments Permanent, full-time appointment. This position involves shift work, nights, weekends and holidays. Shifts will be assigned by seniority within title according to Article 24.3 of the NYSCOPBA contract. Exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved in this position.
Transfer candidates may be asked for SSN to verify title history and eligibility.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources Management Group, NMH/SSO/11276
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter, preferably in PDF format by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference NMH/SSO/11276 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, NMH/SO/11276, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position. Resumes will be accepted until December 13, 2022.