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  • Park Police Officer Trainee (Thousand Island Region)

    Alexandria Bay, New York United States New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation Full Time From $61587 to $93129 Annually Nov 21, 2024
    New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation Employer:

    New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

    The 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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    Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications

    AGE REQUIREMENTS:
    -Candidates must be at least 20 years of age at time of hire. Cannot have passed your 35th birthday by October 25, 2025.
    -Time spent on military duty or on terminal leave, not exceeding a total of seven (7) years, shall be subtracted from your age if you have passed your 35th birthday.

    EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
    -Minimum college education requirements: 60 college credit hours completed by June 30, 2025; 30 of those hours may be waived if the candidate is an honorably discharged veteran with at least two years of active military duty.

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
    -Must be a United States citizen and New York State resident at the time of appointment and maintain a New York State residency as a term and condition of employment for the duration of your career.
    - Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.

    Duties Description

    DUTIES DESCRIPTION:
    The New York State Park Police are highly trained and dedicated to helping people and protecting the state’s natural and historic treasures. If you’re interested in a rewarding career in law enforcement, consider becoming a New York State Park Police Officer. Our team works in some of the most beautiful places in the state!

    Recruitment for the 2025 Park Police Academy begins now! The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation is accepting applications now for Park Police Officer Trainees. Applications will be accepted until February 28, 2025. Learn how to apply below.

    OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
    Starting Salary:
    First 6 months of traineeship - $61,587 (at the residential academy)
    Second 6 months of traineeship - $63,192 - $82,525 (rate will be based on what county the Park Police Officer Trainee is assigned to for field training after the 6-month residential academy)
    After traineeship is complete (1 year) - $73,796 - $93,129

    To see a full Salary Chart for the career of a Park Police Officer, visit:
    https://parks.ny.gov/park-police/park-police-officers.aspx#Salary

    Additional Geographic Pay:
    Officers who work in the five boroughs of New York City or in Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, or Westchester counties will receive an additional $1,763 annual downstate adjustment.

    In addition to the downstate adjustment, Police who work in the following locations will receive an additional supplemental local pay in the following amounts: the counties of Orange, Putnam, and Dutchess counties - $1,468; the five boroughs of New York City, Rockland, and Westchester counties - $2,204; and Nassau and Suffolk counties - $2,570.

    Officers who work in the Mid-Hudson region (Dutchess, Orange, Rockland, and Westchester counties) or Downstate region (Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, or Suffolk counties) are eligible for an additional $15,000 in geographic pay differentials.

    Additional Comments

    BENEFITS:

    -Accrue 13-24 vacation days, 12 holidays, 5 personal days, and 13 sick days each year.
    -Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
    -Salaries do not include overtime.
    -Retirement is at half pay after 25 years.
    -Promotional opportunities are available by competitive examination processes.
    -All uniforms and equipment are provided.

    Learn more about salary and benefits here:
    https://parks.ny.gov/park-police/park-police-officers.aspx#Salary

    Work Location:
    After completing a six-month residential police academy located in Rensselaerville, NY, Park Police Officer Trainees will be assigned to a Park Police zone, which may be anywhere in New York State, upon graduation. Then trainees will complete field training at their assigned zone (county) for the remaining 6 months of their probationary period before advancing to Park Police Officer, Grade 14.

    To learn more about the next steps in the hiring process, visit:
    https://parks.ny.gov/park-police/park-police-officers.aspx#HiringProcess

    If you have any questions, please contact Division Headquarters at (518) 474-4029 or email PPOCareers@parks.ny.gov.

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

    Closing Date/Time: 02/28/25
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