Duties Description The incumbent of this position will perform the following, but not be limited to:
- Oversee all aspects of executive security and protection leadership, including scheduling logistical arrangements and advance work for travel, events, and meetings.
- Conduct thorough risk assessments for travel itineraries, events, and physical locations, factoring in scheduling constraints and potential delays.
- Develop and implement comprehensive security plans and protocols for diverse scenarios, incorporating time frames and scheduling considerations.
- Conduct security audits and schedule and oversee improvements to existing procedures and protocols.
- Develop and schedule secure transportation logistics for executive leadership, including route planning and contingency measures, accounting for travel time and potential disruptions.
- Conduct schedule-specific travel security briefings for leadership while dynamically adapting to transportation risks through contingency planning and strict discretion.
- Remain calm and collected in high-pressure situations involving security incidents, demonstrating adaptability and quick decision-making.
- Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality for sensitive information related to leadership and operations.
- Build trust and rapport with leadership, colleagues, and external stakeholders through effective communication.
- Stay abreast of advances in security technology and best practices through continuous learning, scheduling time for professional development activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.
- Ability to demonstrate strong decision-making skills and act decisively in high-pressure situations.
- Maintains composure, and integrates seamlessly into new settings.
- Situational awareness, observational skills to identify threats or anomalies
- Defensive driving skills.
Minimum Qualifications Seven years of relevant experience* and possession of a valid NYS Driver License is required.
Relevant experience is being defined as:
- Executive Protection Leadership - comprehensive security and close protection operations for executive leadership.
- Risk Mitigation and Strategic Planning - conducting advance work for travel, events, and meetings, including detailed route planning and establishing secure transportation logistics.
- Cross Functional Collaboration - Cultivating strong relationships with external stakeholders to establish a unified, proactive security posture.
*Substitutions: Associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; master's degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; J.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for seven years of specialized experience. Degrees must be in a field related to the relevant experience and/or duties to qualify for substitution.
Additional Comments This position may require a fingerprint background check prior to appointment.
Position specific job duties may include occasional altered work schedule or job assignments which require availability and willingness to work occasional evenings and/or out-stationed assignments.
Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above.
Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam.
If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): [redacted], [redacted].
Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.
Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Employee's Retirement System
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
• Paid Parental Leave
Name Nicole Gumbs
Fax EFax: 5184742871@fax.ny.gov
Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov
Address
Street 1220 Washington Avenue
State Office Campus, Building 12
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12226
Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor.
https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol
Vacancy: 227937
Title: Confidential Aide
Location: NYC
Please submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the minimum
qualifications, including specific experience with dates. It is essential to clearly describe qualifying education and experience when applying; vague or incomplete information may lead to disqualification.
Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications.
All documents must be received by:
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If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please contact:
YourDOLJourneyisHere@labor.ny.gov
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
