Special Officer Job Posting
The Special Officer's responsibility is to oversee and provide a safe and secure environment for employees and customers. The Special Officer will patrol the library's grounds to maintain order, preserve the peace and safeguard life and property against fire, vandalism, thefts, etc. Will enforce library policy and procedure and assist in resolving critical situations peaceably. It is also the responsibility of the Special Officer to inspect the bags and packages of employees and customers entering the building. Provide and recommend appropriate discipline for procedural violators. This is a full-time, union, non-exempt position. The hiring salary for this position is $40,393.18.
Responsibilities
- Enforce the policies & procedures of BPL, NYS Penal Law & NYC Administrative Code
- Patrol designated areas of the library buildings and grounds to provide a safe and secure environment
- Provide quality customer service and information to employees and customers
- Package inspections for visitors entering the building
- Locks up and secures premises and contents within the building
- Notify appropriate agencies and individuals in the event of an emergency
- Aid sick and injured persons and completes an incident report; notify ambulance when necessary
- Make rounds throughout the building location and monitor security systems
- Write reports and informs appropriate departments on fire / life safety issues and hazards
- Ability to work at other locations throughout Brooklyn
Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, some college a plusA valid New York State Driver's license with good driving recordMust also qualify for peace officer status & attend / complete a NYS Bureau of Municipal Police, Peace Officer programNYCFD, Fire Guard / Fire Drill Conductor certification is preferredA minimum of at least 1 year of security-related experienceMust meet physical and medical requirementsExtensive walking, standing & moving about for long periods of timeMust be able to confront & deescalate problems and conflictAbility to work independently and provide the best customer serviceExcellent interpersonal (oral & written) skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Word, EmailAbility to work all shifts including holidays, Saturdays and SundaysMinimum Salary : 40,393.18 Maximum Salary : 40,393.18 Salary Unit : Yearly