SENIOR TOWN PUBLIC SAFETY AGENT 7097

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class supervises and participates in safeguarding Town owned buildings and properties to prevent trespassing, property damage and to maintain public order. Work involves coordinating, assigning, reviewing and evaluating the work of Town Public Safety Agents and the performance of light administrative duties. Unusual occurrences or circumstances are reported to the proper authorities. Work involves the exercise of considerable independent judgment and initiative in assisting and directing staff. Performance is reviewed by a technical or administrative supervisor through reports, observations and conferences. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans, coordinates, schedules, assigns and supervises the work of Town Public Safety Agents;

Supervises and participates in the patrolling of Town owned buildings and grounds to prevent trespassing, property damage, criminal acts and to maintain order;

Supervises and participates in the patrolling of Town parks, beaches and facilities to clear visitors on the premises and secure gates, windows, doors and containers upon closing;

Inspects Town Public Safety Agents for proper uniform and conduct;

Supervises and participates in the patrolling of 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 transmits assignment tasks and public inquiries via digital, radio and/or telephone systems;

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;

Supervises and participates in the delivery of secured deposits to the bank for the various Town Departments;

Makes oral or written reports of all occurrences of Town owned buildings and grounds to an administrative superior;

Performs light administrative duties.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough 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; 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 supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to utilize digital communication devices and other 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 and two (2) years of experience as a guard or watchman.

PROMOTIONAL

One (1) year of experience as a Town Public Safety Agent.

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.

01/23/2019

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive