Special Officer - Office of the District Attorney, Bronx County

**Candidates who are permanently serving in the title of Special Officer or are reachable on the Civil Service list will be considered. **

JOB SUMMARY:

The Office of the Bronx District Attorney is seeking a well-qualified staff whose diverse backgrounds reflect an ability to relate to the over 1.3 million members of the Bronx County community. Candidates should exhibit a strong interest in criminal law and public service. Under supervision, the Special Officer will provide physical security, safety, and maintenance of order in accordance with agency procedures.  Uses computers and operates electronic security and safety monitoring systems and other equipment and devices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Screens employees and visitors.
• Operates, and monitors security equipment; Reports equipment needing maintenance or repair.
• Gives routine information to visitors and clients and directs them to the proper individuals and offices.
• Patrols designated areas of assigned locations to maintain order, preserve the peace, and safeguard life and property against fire, vandalism, theft, etc.
• Make clock rounds as required.  Reports observed security and safety hazards and conditions, including, but not limited to, fire safety.
• When appropriate, arrests and issues summonses to law violators on-premises.  Transports, escorts, and/or arranges for transport of persons in custody to police precinct and has arrest recorded on police plotter.  Prepares and transmits all necessary documents relating to arrest.  Testifies in court and other tribunals
• Responds to and reports emergency and security incidents and unusual occurrences and submits written reports.  Assists in implementing the Emergency Action Plan.
• As required, provides assistance to the sick, injured, mentally and physically disabled, and calls for emergency assistance, ambulance, and/or medical attention when necessary.  If properly certified and authorized by the agency, may administer first aid.  Completes and forwards requisite paperwork.
• Records daily actions in memo book.  Maintains records/daily logs of persons entering or leaving buildings. 
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
• Individuals serving in this title are designated as Peace Officers by the New York State Criminal Procedure Law.  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.
• A valid New York State driver’s license with a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience preferred
• CPR Certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Abilities to resolve conflicts and multitask.
• Ability to attend, complete, and maintain State and agency training requirements

To Apply

We appreciate your interest in a position with the Bronx District Attorney's Office. To apply, cut and paste the following link into the browser: https://us.smrtr.io/3qkXx, or go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov/ à Locate the "Search open jobs" field à Enter the Job ID 642738.

Upon your completion of the city application through Smartrecruiter, we will review your application and contact you if you are selected for an interview. If you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact Recruitment at 718-590-2258 or via email at bxdarecruit@bronxda.nyc.gov.

**LOAN FORGIVENESS: The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Working with Bronx District Attorney’s Office qualifies you as a public service employee and you may be able to take advantage of this program while working full-time and meeting the program's other requirements. Please visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program site to view the eligibility requirements: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

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.