Lieutenant

City of New York•New York City, NY

About The Position

The New York City Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) is seeking a Lieutenant/Supervising Special Officer for the ACS Police Unit within the Division of Administration. The role supervises and coordinates security operations at a Secure Detention facility, covering physical security, safety, loss prevention, and maintenance of order. The Lieutenant serves in a command position, leads by example, investigates incidents, oversees security staff and operations, and performs other security-related duties. The position reports to the Captain. ACS protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. The ACS Police and Security Unit’s 212 uniformed Special Officers oversee and coordinate security for ACS locations and properties, staff, children and youth in care, and visitors, clients, and families. The Unit enforces Agency policies and procedures and the New York City Penal Law, and provides staff with safety and security guidance and training. Candidates must be current ACS employees to be considered. The selected candidate must take and pass the next available Open Competitive civil service exam for the listed title to avoid being bumped from the position when the eligible list is established. Candidates must also be qualified to serve as New York State Peace Officers and obtain and maintain the required State training certification. The offered salary is $74,594.00.

Requirements

Must be a current employee of the Administration for Children’s Services to be considered.
Must take and pass the next available Open Competitive exam for the civil service title listed in the posting.
High school diploma or educational equivalent approved by a state department of education or recognized accrediting organization.
One year of full-time satisfactory experience in law enforcement, protection, or security for Assignment Level I.
Must be qualified to serve as a Peace Officer under New York State law, complete State-established training requirements, obtain certification, and maintain certification throughout employment.
For Assignment Level II: one year of experience as a Supervising Special Officer—Assignment Level I; or, in addition to Assignment Level I minimum qualifications, one year of law enforcement, protection, or security experience in a supervisory capacity.
For Assignment Level III: two years of experience as a Supervising Special Officer; or, in addition to Assignment Level I minimum qualifications, two additional years of full-time law enforcement, protection, or security experience, including at least one year in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

Responsibilities

Supervise and administer detention-center security operations, including physical security, safety, loss prevention, and maintenance of order.
Review incident video footage and monitor footage in real time to assess potential problems.
Advise detention leadership on security matters, threats, vulnerabilities, and methods to mitigate risks to youth in custody, staff, and the facility.
Direct searches and inspections of visitors, employees, youth, residential halls and other facility spaces, vehicles, materials, and supplies for contraband, in accordance with Agency policy.
Ensure regular inspections of patrol staff, equipment, staff work posts, and other work areas.
Supervise Sergeants and Officers by validating post coverage plans, delegating duties, managing performance, and providing training as needed.
Direct emergency responses; investigate incidents and supervise or assist subordinates in handling them using de-escalation techniques, physical interventions, and restraint devices according to policy.
Draft security plans for detention centers and implement contingency plans when necessary.
Supervise the maintenance and submission of security records, logs, and reports.
Implement and maintain accountability and management plans for security equipment and institutional keys, including servicing and replacement.
Provide input to facility management on evacuation and fire-safety procedures and assist with drills.
Conduct special studies and investigations as required, including reviewing video recordings.
In the absence of the Captain or subordinates, may perform their duties.
May operate a motor vehicle to perform job duties.