TOWN PUBLIC SAFETY AGENT 7096

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class assists in safeguarding Town owned buildings and properties to prevent trespassing, property damage and to maintain public order. The incumbent shall perform security and safety checks, stand watch at assigned stations, and/or patrol areas within the Town’s boundaries, on foot or by car, to ensure the enforcement of Town regulations. Unusual occurrences or circumstances are reported to the proper authorities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Senior Town Public Safety Agent, with considerable latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgement, and is reviewed through frequent checks, inspections and reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Patrols Town owned buildings and grounds to prevent trespassing, property damage, criminal acts and to maintain order;

Patrols Town parks, beaches and facilities to clear visitors on the premises and secure gates, windows, doors and containers upon closing;

Patrols parking lots, zones and other areas under the jurisdiction of the Town to enforce parking meters, handicapped parking, no parking zones, commuter parking, abandoned/unregistered vehicles and other parking regulations as listed in the Town Code;

Issues summonses for parking violations on Town properties or in zones enforced by the Town Public Safety Department;

Monitors, receives, and/or transmits assignment tasks and public inquiries via digital, radio and/or telephone systems;

Stands watch at assigned station;

Monitors video surveillance cameras for activities such as trespassing, fire, theft, suspicious behavior, etc;

Performs motor vehicle record searches in NY State License Event Notification System;

Submits reports and logs data concerning daily activities;

Responds to complaints by residents regarding noise and allegations of quality-of-life Town Code violations directly, which may include issuance or Field Appearance Tickets and/or Summonses, or indirectly through the reporting of field observations to appropriate agencies;

Observes and reports complaints regarding stray/lost animals;

Delivers secured deposits to the bank for the various Town Departments.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of what constitutes legally and socially acceptable conduct at Town owned buildings and grounds; good knowledge of Town buildings and grounds, and of those areas in which criminal activity is most likely to occur; good knowledge of crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques; good knowledge of town codes and regulations; good knowledge of the geography of the jurisdiction; ability to enforce the town codes and regulations with tact and impartiality; ability to interact with the public courteously and effectively; ability to carry out instructions and make accurate reports; ability to recognize and report suspicious activities and report evidence of loss of, or damage to property; ability to identify dynamics within a crowd, as well as the purpose and objectives of a crowd; ability to utilize digital communication devices and technologies associated with the position; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of experience as a Guard in a Town.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1) Depending upon assignment, possession of a valid New York State driver's license at time of appointment; if required, license must be maintained throughout employment in this title.

2) Upon appointment, candidates must apply for registration as a guard with the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services, and maintain said license throughout employment in this title.

R 11/1/2023

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive