Security Officer

New York Power Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,240 - 78,360; Full time

Job summary

The New York Power Authority seeks a security professional responsible for day-to-day access control, patrols, and safety compliance at the facility. You will log entries, conduct searches, inspect safety equipment, and participate in drills to protect personnel and assets.

Responsibilities include CCTV monitoring, incident documentation, and coordination with multiple departments to maintain secure, compliant operations. Relevant licenses and certifications are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• May require NY State Security Guard License.
• Certified by American Red Cross for First Aid and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Control entrance-exit to the facility, log entries/exits of personnel and vehicles daily.
• Coordinate with departments; patrol grounds and plant per guidelines.
• Search personnel and access vehicles for firearms or hazardous items.
• Inspect firefighting and safety equipment monthly; ensure operability.
• Participate in quarterly safety, security, and fire drills.
• Document findings on safety and security deficiencies; manage pool vehicles and PPE.
• Operate CCTV and dispatch; report to supervision.
• Monitor unattended entrances via CCTV where applicable.

Skills

Judgment

Communication

Procedures knowledge

Specialized training

Situational awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Security Guard License NY

First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

None

Job description

Summary

Involves developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental and safety programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations, and to ensure a safe and sustainable workplace.

Monitors work sites, surveillance, inspections, and security enforcement for NYPA. Ensures distribution and monitoring of materials and equipment requirements are followed, along with guidelines and instructions to minimize employee risk on site. Ensure security and access procedures are followed.

Responsibilities

• Control entrance-exit to the facility, on a daily basis, log entries and exits of personnel and vehicles into the facility of employees, delivery personnel and visitors. Coordinate daily situations with all departments at the facility when appropriate. Conduct patrols of ground and Plant in accordance with departmental guidelines
• Conduct searches of personnel and access vehicles to detect the presence of firearms, explosives, incendiary devices, or other items which could be used for industrial sabotage.
• Inspect fire extinguishers, spill kits, hose cabinets, standpipes, lube oil storage lockers, fire suppression units, eye wash stations and related firefighting/protection equipment on a monthly basis to ensure operability.
• Participate in quarterly drills dealing with safety, security, and fire emergency situations.
• Document investigative/inspections findings dealing with security, safety and fire protection deficiencies, including pool vehicles, hearing protection, fall protection equipment and post indicator valves.
• Command post details utilizing CCTV with cameras, dispatch, and report to supervision.
• Observe and control unattended access points supplemented by closed circuit television, where applicable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exercise good judgment in implementing instructions, and mental alertness.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Has basic job knowledge of systems and procedures.
• May have specialized skill training.
• Typically recognized as an established and productive support or technical contributor.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• High school diploma, GED certificate required.
• May require certifications and licensures needed to meet Energy industry, federal, state, or local regulations.
• Minimum 2 years of military experience and/or civilian industrial security/safety programs in security, safety, or fire protection.
• Acquire/maintain NY State Security Guard License in accordance with Security Guard Act of 1992.
• Certified by American Red Cross for administration of First Aid and CPR.
• Maintain annual guard license and certification in accordance with NY State Security Guard Act.

Physical Requirements

• Up to 10% travel within NY State and to external states and localities based on business need.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is $52,240 - $78,360. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail].