Top 13 Police Jobs in Schenectady, Ny

Communications Specialist 1 (State Police)
State of New York - State Police, Division of —Latham, NY
- $49,743 - $58,370 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
Administrative Assistant 2
State of New York - State Police, Division of —Albany, NY
- $59,787 - $72,429 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
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Payroll Clerk (Sheriff's)(HELPs)
Saratoga County —Ballston Spa, NY
- $56,783 - $72,445 a year
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
University Police & Communications Security Specialist 1 (NY HELPS)
State of New York - University at Albany —Albany, NY
- $49,454 - $61,010 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Military
- Mid-level
Administrative Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS) -Division of Law Enforcement
State of New York - Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of —Albany, NY
- $53,764 - $85,138 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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University Police Officer 1 (continuous posting)
University at Albany —Albany, NY
- $64,796 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
Parks & Recreation Aide 7 (Division of Law Enforcement)
State of New York - Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of —Albany, NY
- $24.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2d
Auditor 1
State of New York - State Police, Division of —Albany, NY
- $66,951 - $85,138 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Finance
6d
Police Officer
City of Saratoga Springs NY —Saratoga Springs, NY
- $57,242 a year
- Overtime
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- 11+ years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Program Research Specialist 1
State of New York - State Police, Division of —Albany, NY
- $66,951 - $85,138 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
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University Police Communications & Security Specialist 1 (NY HELPS)
University at Albany —Albany, NY
- $49,454 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Mid-level
- University
STRIVE Police Advocate - Domestic Violence Outreach
Equinox Inc —Albany, NY
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Service and Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment)
State of New York - State Police, Division of —Latham, NY
- $50,425 - $61,548 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Flatbed truck
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Communications Specialist 1 (State Police)

State of New York - State Police, Division of
Latham, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$49,743 - $58,370 a year

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Duties Description Communications Specialists (State Police) provide twenty-four hour a day, seven-day a week communications services to sworn police members and other non-sworn public safety personnel and provide telephone answering/complaint service to the general public. The Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) position is a two-year traineeship leading to a Communications Specialist 1 (State Police), SG-12. The Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) position starts as a Communications Specialist Trainee 1 (State Police), which is equivalent to an SG-8. After successful completion of one (1) year at the Trainee 1 Level, the Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) is advanced to Trainee 2, which is equivalent to an SG-10. Upon successful completion of one (1) year at the Trainee 2 Level, the Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) will then be eligible for advancement to an SG-12. All advancements in the Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) traineeship position are predicated upon satisfactory performance and obtaining the required certifications.

Communications Specialist 1 (State Police) are responsible for the operation and monitoring of various types of communications equipment located in the communications area, including radio receiver and broadcast equipment; telephone equipment; computer equipment; voice logging equipment; closed circuit television systems; electronic security systems and intelligent traffic systems equipment.

DUTIES

Answer telephone calls for service, both emergency and non-emergency, identify scope and type of assistance needed, and relay information to appropriate personnel for handling.

Apply Emergency Medical Dispatch System when required.

Provide weather and road condition information.

Provide first-line troubleshooting for telephone systems and initiate repairs when required.

Operate and maintain digital tape logging devices utilized in recording radio and telephone transmissions.

Monitor all radio equipment and frequencies in dispatch area.

Operate and understand the technical operation of fixed and mobile communications equipment.

Operate paging systems.

Operate networked and standalone computer equipment, handle problems encountered with computer software and hardware, and initiate repair procedures.

Maintain inventory and repair file databases, and computerized and handwritten logs.

Minimum Qualifications High school graduate.

Must be able to work all hours, holidays and weekends.

(Successful completion of a one-year probation period will result in an automatic promotion to Communications Specialist Trainee 2 (State Police), SG-10. Successful completion of a one-year probation period at the Communications Specialist Trainee 2 (State Police), SG-10, and completed certification in Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) and the Basic Communicator Course will result in automatic promotion to Communications Specialist (State Police), SG-12.)

Minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date of the posting.

Additional Comments Please note, incumbents may be assigned to either an 8, 10 or 12-hour shift depending on location.

Starting Salaries:
Trainee 1, SG-8: $49,743.00
Trainee 2, SG-10: $55,322.00
Communications Specialist 1 (State Police), SG-12: $58,370.00

Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of the New York State Police not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or [email protected].

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