What are the responsibilities and job description for the SERGEANT position at HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES?
SERGEANT
- HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Posted on
09/23/2026
- Full-time
Location
MANHATTAN
- Exam may be required
Department
OFFICE POLICE OPS - NM
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Job Description
HRA’s Office of Police Operations (OPO) manages approximately 125 uniformed Peace Officers and more than 450 contracted security guards assigned to HRA’s facilities citywide. OPO’s primary responsibility is to protect the safety of HRA’s employees and clients, as well as their property and the agency’s physical assets. OPO also provide security for special events, construction, and work conducted outside of normal business hours, and emergencies. Special Officers will be responsible for providing a high level of security and safety for staff, customers, and visitors at an assigned HRA location located throughout the five boroughs who has Peace Officer status and arrest powers.
HRA’s Office of Police Operations (OPO) in the division of Security Services is recruiting for to fill one (1) Supervising Special Officer I to function as the Sergeant who will:
- Ensure direction and guidance of the supervision of the physical safety of staff and customers assigned to all HRA locations within the 5 boroughs of the City of New York and may be assigned to any tour.
- Ensure that the highest level of security is provided at an assigned HRA location. Prepare schedules; assign contract guards’ staff; instruct the guards in their duties and responsibilities.
- Oversee and monitor guards on an ongoing basis; and evaluate the performance of the guards.
- Investigate and prepare reports on security incidents or conditions which jeopardize the security and safety of the facility occupants as well as develop actions to deal with incidents and or/conditions.
Hours/Shift: Various
SUPERVISING SPECIAL OFFICER - 70817
Minimum Qualifications
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and one year of fulltime satisfactory experience in the field of law enforcement, protection or security.
Individuals serving in this title are designated as Peace Officers by the New York State Criminal Procedure Law. Therefore, all candidates must be qualified to serve as Peace Officers. Incumbents must satisfy the training requirements established by the State of New York for Peace Officers and obtain certification. Once obtained, this certification must be maintained for the duration of employment.
For Assignment To Assignment Level II:
A. One year of experience as a Supervising Special Officer-Assignment Level I; or
B. In addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements for Assignment Level I above, one year of experience in the field of law enforcement, protection or security in a supervisory capacity.
For Assignment to Assignment Level III:
A. Two years of experience as a Supervising Special Officer; or
B. In addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements for Assignment Level I above, two additional years of full-time experience in the field of law enforcement, protection or security, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
Preferred Skills
Basic computer skills
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
792963
Posted until
11/22/2026
Title code
70817
Civil service title
SUPERVISING SPECIAL OFFICER
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
SERGEANT
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
375 Pearl Street
- Category: Administration & Human Resources
SERGEANT
Salary : $55,632 - $62,864