Sergeant The New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS) is seeking an outstanding candidate to serve as a Sergeant/Supervising Special Officer for the ACS Police Unit within the ACS Division of Administration. The selected candidate will become an integral member of the Bureau's team for one of the country's premier children's services agencies dedicated to strengthening NYC's families and their 1.8 million children. Under general supervision, the Supervising Special Officer will perform work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility relating to physical security, safety, loss prevention and maintenance of order. Supervising Special Officers serve in Command positions, lead by example, and play an important role in investigating incidents, overseeing security staff, security operations, and performing other security-related duties. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to: Manage and evaluate the performance of subordinate, prepare and submit task and standards and performance evaluations in accordance with agency policies. Supervise, evaluate, and coordinate assignments of staff to ensure adequate coverage for facility operations. Oversee staff assignments and deployment with special attention to the use of overtime, absenteeism, and equipment accountability. Ensure accountability and coordinate with agency representative to ensure radio, CCTV, keys, and other related security equipment are operational and accounted for during every tour. Ensure security staff maintain accurate logs regarding the activities of the security department, which may include a detailed account of who entered the facility as well as in-depth incident reports highlighting any incidents that may have occurred. Interpret, implement, and enforce agency policies and procedures. Ensure City time submissions are reviewed and processed; resolve City time related issues. Conduct roll call; inspect Special Officers on posts and assigned work areas. Respond to emergency situations; investigate, supervise, and assist subordinates in the handling of serious and unusual incidents; Prepare, maintain, and review records, logs, and reports regarding patrols, arrests and other incidents relating to safety and security. Prepare and submit reports and recommendations to superiors; keep superiors and/or agency personnel informed of potentially dangerous or unusual situations. Appear in court and/or assists other law enforcement agencies on arrest cases. Attend, participate, and pass Safe Crisis Management training. Attend, participate, and pass Peace Officer training as a condition of employment. The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of children and families through child welfare and juvenile justice services and community supports. ACS manages community-based supports and foster care services, and provides subsidized child care vouchers. ACS child protection staff respond to allegations of child maltreatment. In juvenile justice, ACS oversees detention, placement and programs for youth in the community.
