Under the supervision of the Supervising Special Officer, the Special Officer provides physical security, safety, loss prevention and maintenance of order in accordance with agency orders and procedures. Specific functions assisting with the coordination of Office of Safety & Security activities will include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Patrol designated areas of assigned locations to maintain order, preserve the peace and safeguard life and property against fire, vandalism, and theft.
2. Provide routine information to visitors and direct them to the proper individuals, etc.
3. Prepare and write incident reports, maintain daily logs and document safety hazards and conditions.
4. Screen employees and visitors, operate and monitor security equipment.
5. Ensure health and safety protocols are met by members of the public.
6. Discourage and eject disorderly persons on premise. Transport, escort and/or arrange for transport of persons in custody to police precinct. Prepare and transmit all necessary documents relating to the arrest.
7. Assist with operational office functions as needed.

NOTE: OFSS employees are required to hold all confidential information in trust and strict confidence; unauthorized information sharing is strictly prohibited.

NOTE: The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) administered a civil service exam for the Special Officer title on 3/2/23. Therefore, applicants (candidates) that did not take and pass the exam will potentially not be considered, likewise applicants not reachable on the established civil service list will potentially be in jeopardy of being replaced with an eligible civil service candidate.

NOTE: IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below:

https://bit.ly/55aProgram

Additional Information

1. NYCHA employees applying for promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
2. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the qualification requirements before applying to this position.

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
2. 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.

1. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 2. Excellent observation abilities. 3. Capacity for quick decision making. 4. Conflict resolution skills.

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.

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/.

NYCHA has no residency requirements.

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.