Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/07/26
Applications Due: 01/17/26
Vacancy ID: 206570
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencyCriminal Justice Services, Division of
TitleCriminal Justice Program Specialist 1/Trainee
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade18
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Albany
Street Address 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12210
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the direction of the Criminal Justice Program Specialist 2 within the DCJS Office of Public Safety, the Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1/Trainee will support the 1033 Federal Excess Property Program. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
• Responsible for intake, review and initial approval/disapproval of applications for participation, property accountability, assisting agencies in all aspects of program, liaison with counterparts at U.S. Department of Defense; and
• Perform site visits at participating agencies to facilitate accountability; and
• Provide technical assistance to participating law enforcement agencies; and
• Develop and maintain program policies and procedures; and
• Develop and maintain program databases; and
• Assist in the development and implementation of program plan of operation and program reference guide(s)
• Develop and maintain program reference materials
• Assist in the development of and provide requisite training to participating law enforcement agencies
Minimum Qualifications NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 1, NS: Four years of experience in developing and implementing criminal justice and public safety initiatives and programs. An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience.
Advanced placement to Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 2, NS, or Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1, SG-18, may be possible depending on education and experience and subject to agency approval.
NY HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1, SG-18: Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c service in a title SG-16 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
Criminal Justice Program Specialist Trainee 1, NS: Reachable on the current eligible list; OR Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title SG-11 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
Candidates eligible for 55b/c appointment with four years of experience in developing and implementing criminal justice and public safety initiatives and programs are encouraged to apply. An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience.
Additional Comments This position may require up to 10% travel to locations not serviced by public transportation.
This position may be filled as a two-year traineeship leading to Criminal Justice Program Specialist 1, SG-18.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
DCJS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Please be advised that the Division of Criminal Justice Services does not currently offer sponsorship for employment visas.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Unit at DEIA@dcjs.ny.gov or (518) 485-1704.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Pauline Hooten
Telephone 518-457-4615
Fax 518-457-4000
Email Address DCJSJobs@dcjs.ny.gov
Address
Street 80 South Swan Street
Alfred E. Smith Building
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12210
Notes on ApplyingPlease send a cover letter and resume to the email/address above. Please reference posting # 206570 on your cover letter.
DCJS was named to the Times Union’s list of 2017 through 2025 Top Workplaces as voted on by our employees.
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