Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyCorrections and Community Supervision, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleInvestigator - Canine Division

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryEnforcement or Protective Services

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade18

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $69887 to $85151 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 80%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 8 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 4 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County To Be Determined

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address NYS DOCCS - Office of Special Invest

Multiple Locations - see additional comments

The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany, Queens, Wallkill, Fishkill, Groveland, Dannemora, Utica, Rochester, Ogdensburg, Buffalo

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12226

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description The NYS DOCCS Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is seeking qualified candidates for consideration to serve as a Canine Investigator (and handler) in the OSI Canine Division has highly trained Canines and proficient Canine Handlers to lawfully deter, detect and interdict narcotic smuggling; electronic devices; and otherwise enhance the safety of all employees, inmates, parolees, volunteers, visitors, and others within DOCCS’ system. The OSI Canine Division is charged with responding to any situation that may necessitate those specialized skills of the Canine Teams, which are comprised of a certified Canine Handler and Canine. These situations include, but are not limited to, illegal drug searches, sniffing vehicles in DOCCS’ parking lots, sniffing people, patrolling entry points or other areas of correctional facilities or Community Supervision offices, sniffing packages, searching for people, and otherwise assisting in OSI investigations as warranted.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications The NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Office of Special Investigations (DOCCS OSI) is seeking qualified candidates to be considered for several openings across New York State as a Canine Investigator in one OSI’s Canine Division. OSI is seeking Canine Investigator candidates who meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Be able to pass the handler/canine physical performance test.
2. Ability to prepare comprehensive and well written reports.
3. Self-starter, self-disciplined, capable of performing with minimum supervision.
4. Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, and general law enforcement skills.
5. Agreed to serve as a canine handler for a minimum of five years.
6. Available for callouts during off-duty hours.
7. Agree to provide a home environment for the proper care and supervision of the assigned Canine.
8. Be available to attend a basic canine school once selected (approximately six weeks).
9. Successfully complete the certification program and any additional required training.

Once selected, a Canine Handler candidate and Canine shall attend and successfully pass a canine certification program that may last at least six weeks and may require extended time away from home. The Canine Handler and Canine (Canine Team) must also complete a minimum of 192 hours of canine in-service training every year. Canine Teams must successfully complete a certification every three years by a certified DCJS canine examiner and successfully complete an OSI K9 certification program approved by the Deputy Commissioner/Chief every two years.

The additional minimum qualifications include two years’ investigative, law enforcement, or public safety experience; or a two-year associate degree or 60 college-level credits. Candidates should also have exhibited demonstrated leadership qualities. Knowledge of the subject matter and criminal justice or similar subject-matter studies are beneficial but not required. OSI investigative staff must possess, at a minimum, knowledge of the applicable laws, the highest levels of behavior including personal integrity and ethics; fairness; character; judgment; attitude; and respect for and ability to work with others inside and outside OSI. Appropriate licensure and certifications (including being or becoming a peace officer qualified to carry a firearm) are also required. The ability to travel is also necessary. OSI is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion by ensuring equal justice and opportunity without discrimination against any person based on their protected class. All applicants must pass background checks.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Locations: All OSI Offices, namely Albany, Long Island City, Wallkill, Fishkill, Groveland, Dannemora, Utica, Rochester, Ogdensburg, or Buffalo. Office assignments are based upon the needs of OSI and the Department. Travel is required. This position is overtime eligible.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Office of Special Investigations, Attn: Recruitment and Hiring

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address specialinvestigations@doccs.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision - Special Operations

1220 Washington Ave, Building 4

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12226

 

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingInterested individuals should apply to OSI by submitting a resume and cover letter by either email
( specialinvestigations@doccs.ny.gov ) or US Mail, addressed to:

New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Office of Special Investigations (Attn: Recruitment & Hiring)
1220 Washington Ave., Building 4
Albany, NY 12226-2050