Safety and Security Officer​/Trainee; NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center, P26305

Job Title

Safety and Security Officer 1 / Trainee (NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center, P26305

Workweek:
Other (see below) – All Three Shifts. Hours per Week: 40.

Workday:
From 12 AM to 11:30 PM. Flextime:
No. Mandatory overtime:
No. Compressed workweek:
No. Telecommuting:
No.

Are you interested in starting or advancing your career with New York State? Safety & Security Officer positions provide excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. Candidates from outside or within State Service can apply.

You are responsible for maintaining safety and security, environmental health, and protection in the buildings and grounds at the facility 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.

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.

OR

Candidates 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.

OR

Candidates 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.

• 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 programs.
• Additional comments:
  Safety and Security Officer Trainee equated to SG‑9 / $46,921 – $57,901;
  Safety and Security Officer 1: SG‑12 / $55,012 – $67,564.
• Background checks will be required.
• You must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter. Conditional licenses are not acceptable.
• Must be a resident of New York State and at least 18 years old. New York State residency is required to accept and continue employment.
• Must be a peace officer and qualify under State law; U.S. citizenship required at the time of appointment.
• Physical/medical evaluation will be performed to ensure ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation. A medical examination is required prior to appointment. Full standards are available at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Human Resources, Hutchings Psychiatric Center, 620 Madison Street, Syracuse, NY 13210.
Phone: 315‑426‑3605. Fax: 315‑426‑3605. Email: hpcpersonnel.gov.

To apply, indicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials. .

OMH’s mission 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, and 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.