Active Safety & Security Officer - Field Patrol

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities seeks a Security Officer to patrol agency buildings, residences, and community facilities, monitor gates, parking, and grounds to deter hazards and criminal activity. Under supervision, you will inspect doors and access points, perform safety checks on fire safety systems, respond to incidents, and document operations with frequent reporting.

Court appearances and emergency coordination may be required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and inspects assigned areas, including agency buildings, residences, homes, and other program facilities in the community; entrance gates, parking lots, grounds, and other properties.
• Observes and detects irregularities, evidence of criminal activity, hazardous conditions, and environmental safety and security issues; reports to supervisor to ensure corrective actions.
• Ensures that assigned areas are appropriately locked and secured by inspecting doors and pathways to physical access.
• Conducts safety inspections of equipment such as fire escapes, handrails, fire hydrants, and alarm/sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
• Interviews individuals, victims, suspects, witnesses, and complainants to collect information for investigations and property recovery.
• Enforces traffic and parking laws; issues tickets and warnings to maintain flow and safety.
• Screens visitors and vehicles; issues badges and directs visitors; escorts people on and off premises.
• Transports or escorts individuals, visitors, and employees; conducts fire drills and evacuations.
• Responds to incidents; may provide first aid/CPR and interface with emergency services; participates in debriefings as needed.
• Documents logs, forms, and reports; provides basic fire and safety training on equipment operation.
• May testify in court; fingerprint prospective employees; participate in investigations and may arrest or detain suspects.
• Maintains security through environmental searches and building inspections; communicates by radio/PA/telephone; directs traffic when needed.

Job description

The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities seeks a Security Officer to patrol agency buildings, residences, and community facilities, monitor gates, parking, and grounds to deter hazards and criminal activity. Under supervision, you will inspect doors and access points, perform safety checks on fire safety systems, respond to incidents, and document operations with frequent reporting.

Court appearances and emergency coordination may be required.