Job Information
New York State Civil Service Safety and Security Officer 1 / Trainee (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P25642 in Albany, New York
NY HELP Yes
Agency Mental Health, Office of
Title Safety and Security Officer 1 / Trainee (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P25642
Occupational Category Enforcement or Protective Services
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit SSU - Security Services Unit (NYSCOPBA)
Salary Range From $42939 to $61828 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Weekday nights
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 10 PM
To 10 AM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Albany
Street Address Capital District Psychiatric Center
75 New Scotland Avenue
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12208
Duties Description Are you interested in starting or advancing your career with New York State? Safety & Security Officer positions provide excellent opportunities growth and advancement. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.As a Safety & Security Officer, you are responsible for maintaining safety and security, environmental health, and protection in the buildings and grounds at [Facility Name] including:• Patrolling and inspecting assigned areas; ensuring areas are properly locked and secured.• Conducting safety inspections of assigned areas and equipment for compliance with safety codes and regulations.• Screening visitors and vehicles, issuing temporary parking permits and badges.• Transporting or escorting individuals, visitors, and employees on and off facility grounds.• Responding to incidents and emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Safety & Security Officer Trainee 1 if they have a High School or equivalent diploma or higher degree.ORCandidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Safety & Security Officer Trainee 1 eligible list.ORCandidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.In order to be advanced to the full performance level of this title, Safety & Security Officer 1 SG-12, you must successfully complete a 1 year traineeship and Academy Training mandated by the Municipal Police Training Council.
Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• Access to tuition assistance programs• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave• NYS Retirement programsBackground checks will be required.Additional Comments: Safety and Security Officer Trainee: Equated to SG - 9 / $42,939 - $52,989Safety and Security Officer 1: SG - 12 / $50,344 - $61,828Additional monies are paid for: • Pre-shift briefings • Inconvenience pay• Facility Security Pay
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 518-549-6616
Email Address cdpcpersonnel@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Capital District Psychiatric Center
75 New Scotland Avenue
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12208
Notes on Applying Indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/Employment/docs/employment-application.pdfThe Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.