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Job Description
Duties Description
The Sergeant, Park Police, SG-17, will report to the Lieutenant, Park Police, SG-20, for the New York City Police Zone.
As a Sergeant, you would supervise Park Police Officers and other staff assigned to the Park Police such as communications staff, and clerical staff performing police activities for the assigned shift. You would schedule and assign staff; reassign staff to cover emergencies or events with in a Zone; observe and evaluate staff performance; assist in developing training programs; conduct on the job training and classroom instruction; conduct police investigations; act as liaison between Park Police Officers and local police; respond to emergencies and incidents as required; inspect, evaluate and maintain Division property and equipment; and prepare reports, budget requests, duty rosters and performance evaluations.
Minimum Qualifications
Permanent Appointment
Currently reachable on the Sergeant, Park Police, SG-17, Civil Service Eligible list #31-069010.
Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP)
To be eligible for an NCP, candidates must be in the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation promotion field and have at least two years of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Park Police Officer or Park Police Officer (Spanish Language). If 3 or fewer qualified NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation eligible promotional employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified employees without further examination.
Provisional Appointment
Based on the results of the canvass and this posting notice, OPRHP may make a provisional appointment to this position. The minimum qualifications for provisional appointment are: two years of service as a Park Police Officer, SG-14, or Park Police Officer (Spanish Language), SG-14. The appointed candidate would have to take, pass and be reachable on the next holding of the examination to be appointed permanently.
Additional Comments
*Additional Salary: Location Pay: $1,763; Supplemental Pay: $2204; $15,000 Geographic Pay
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 05/21/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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