MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Must be currently reachable on the Safety and Security Officer 1/Trainee canvass for the location of this posting.
OR
2. Candidates must have permanent competitive status as a Safety & Security Officer 1 and be eligible for a lateral transfer.
OR
3. Eligible to transfer via section 70.1 of Civil Service Law by having at least one year of permanent service in a qualifying title. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. For eligible 70.1 information, visit the Career Mobility Office at: http://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/titlesearch_action.cfm
When doing this search use your current title to see the titles you can transfer to.
Safety & Security Officers have peace officer status as authorized under Criminal Procedure Law Section 2.10 and Sections 7.25 and 13.25 of` Mental Hygiene Law or Section 455 of Public Health Law. As such, they must meet the requirements for appointment to public office defined in Public Officers Law Section 3 (1) and for continued employment as required in Section 30.
In addition, the candidate:
1. Must have a valid drivers’ license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State. Conditional licenses are NOT acceptable.
2. Must be at least 18 years of age.
3. Must be a United States Citizen and a resident of New York State.
4. Must pass a medical examination administered by the Department of Civil Service’s Employee Health Services, which includes an agility test.
5. Must undergo a thorough background investigation to determine suitability for appointment. Conviction of a felony will bar appointment; conviction of a misdemeanor or other violation of law may bar appointment. Background investigation includes fingerprinting for both state and federal identification records check. Candidates may also be required to be cleared through the New York State Child Abuse Register.
6. Ability to work effectively within the treatment team.
7. Ability to act independently.
8. Ability to meet and maintain criminal background and physical standards.
9. Ability to accurately observe and document conditions relating to welfare and security.
NOTE:
Due to the peace officer status of incumbents, re-fingerprinting, including payment of all applicable fees, is required even for an existing employee who may already have “search and retain” status with the Division of Criminal Justice Services.

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