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Senior Investigator
Pay Rate:
$65,300 - $91,910
The Senior Investigator leads and supervises investigations into serious police incidents, such as officer-involved shootings, deaths in custody, and complaints of misconduct or unprofessional behavior. This role oversees investigative staff, gathers and analyzes evidence, interviews witnesses and police officers, and maintains confidentiality throughout the process.
The Senior Investigator also serves as the CPRB’s second-in-command, stepping in to lead the agency when the Program Director is unavailable. All work must be thorough, fair, and unbiased.
Key responsibilities include:
Supervising investigative staff and guiding their work.
Conducting investigations, including interviewing complainants, witnesses, impacted parties, and Albany Police Department employees.
Collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence.
Conducting canvasses to find additional evidence or witnesses.
Maintaining confidentiality for all case files and materials.
Serving as the second-in-command for the CPRB and leading the agency when the Program Director (or designee) is unavailable.
Pay Frequency:
Annually
Department:
Community Police Review Board
Type:
Full Time
Recreation Field Manager
Pay Rate:
$56,680 - $81,120
Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Recreation, this is a technical and administrative staff position which entails the overall responsibility for review and development of all new maintenance and preventative programs including maintenance, repair, and field service work at all athletic fields, athletic courts, playgrounds, and spray pads, as well as oversee the maintenance program of the Department’s vehicle fleet and small engine equipment. The incumbent in this position is expected to provide technical expertise in regards to maintenance operations as well as to handle the development of contract specifications, bidding and related building/field maintenance. The work is performed under general supervision, with leeway allowed for the use of independent judgment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision is exercised over all Field Operations staff and Laborers.
Pay Frequency:
Annually
Department:
Recreation
Type:
Full Time
Special Patrol Officer
Pay Rate:
$40
This position involves responsibility for maintaining order and providing security in public buildings, schools and courtrooms. Persons employed in this class shall have all the powers of a peace officer, as set forth in section 2.20 of Criminal Procedure Law, when performing the duties of protecting property or persons on such premises. The work is performed under general supervision of the Police Chief. The incumbent does related work as required.
Pay Frequency:
Hourly
Department:
Police
Type:
Full Time
Community Center Director
Pay Rate:
$38,700 - $55,430
Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community? The city of Albany is seeking a Community Center Director to supervise and direct recreation programs, activities, and events at a community center.
As the Director, you will have a chance to work with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages and lead a team of professional staff and volunteers to create engaging and enriching experiences for the community.
The Director has full creative license to direct programs, activates, and events at the Community Center, to meet demand from the local community and generated expanded interest in the activities.
Pay Frequency:
Annually
Department:
Recreation
Type:
Full Time
Executive Assistant
Pay Rate:
$53,780 - $76,060
The Executive Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the Commissioner of Administrative Services and Deputy Commissioner of Administrative Services. The Department of Administrative Services oversees the day-to-day management of City government and is comprised of the Offices of Budget, Human Resources, Innovation, Information Technology, Purchasing, MWBE & EEO Compliance, Payroll, Public Records and Cultural Affairs. This position also works as an integral member of the Administrative Services Division working closely with the department directors. This role demands exceptional organizational skills, discretion, commitment and the ability to manage complex schedules, communications and projects. Core responsibilities of the position include executive-level administrative support, office management, and project support. The Executive Assistant should also be a self-starter who acts independently, directs their own work, and handles diverse tasks quickly and accurately within a fast-paced office environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting senior level executives.
Pay Frequency:
Annually
Department:
Administrative Services
Type:
Full Time