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New York State Police · 14 hours ago

SP Security Specialist 1

Albany, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$45K/yr - $55K/yr

The New York State Police is responsible for maintaining security at State Government Buildings. The SP Security Specialist 1 will screen and monitor deliveries, vehicles, and individuals, ensuring safety and compliance with laws while managing public access and potentially tense situations.

Non ProfitGovernmentPublic SafetyLaw Enforcement

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Operate various types of screening equipment (i.e., walk-through magnetometers and hand-held magnetometers)

Utilize computerized “dock master” delivery program and coordinate with Office of General Services (OGS) personnel to check delivery documents and loads

Conduct secondary checks of individuals entering through checkpoints including hand-held devices screening and pat-down searches of individuals

Responsible for identifying dangerous objects in parcels, briefcases, backpacks and equipment entering State Government Buildings using electronic detection and imaging equipment

Develop aptitude for utilizing screening devices that distinguish between types of materials and be able to distinguish between illegal and prohibited items and seize illegal items

Participate in training and use discretion to make decisions regarding materials or questionable packages being brought into State Government Buildings. Make determinations regarding the need to delay or detain packages or persons for K-9 searches or for further processing

Conduct daily inspections and testing of equipment and discern level of operability. While repairs of equipment will be done by certified professionals, normal troubleshooting and testing will be done by security screening personnel

Participate in training in weapon concealment techniques and apply confidential knowledge to daily screening duties

Maintain awareness of notices and bulletins regarding fraudulent identification and be able to apply learned techniques to identify fraudulent identification

Maintain awareness of scheduling of large groups on State property and be able to adjust staffing of the checkpoints based on flow of traffic throughout a shift

Monitor activities of individuals and groups and notify supervisors of demonstration groups accessing State Government Buildings

Be knowledgeable of laws associated with possible illegal activities on State property (i.e. activities related to activist groups – disorderly conduct, obstructing governmental administration, trespass); assess the need for additional staff or presence of sworn officers

Take appropriate action to physically restrain persons creating an immediate risk to persons or property

Qualification

Security screening equipmentCriminal Procedure LawInterpersonal skillsSecurity licensePhysical fitness

Required

Be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

Possess a valid New York State Driver's License

Must be certified physically fit to perform the duties of this position

Preferred

Preference will be given to candidates that currently possess a valid security license

Company

New York State Police

New York State Police is a government organization that protects and governs public safety and law enforcement.

Founded in 1917

Albany, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://troopers.ny.gov

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Jude Kaiser MBA MSIT CISSP

Chief Information Security Officer

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