Public Safety Attendant job description amendment
Summary
The Police Department wants to replace the contracted private security at City Hall with a full-time city employee — a civil service position with benefits — so security answers directly to the city and follows city policy. The current guard would be welcomed to apply.
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Last discussed Mar 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adds a full-time position with benefits to the city payroll, offset by ending the private security contract.
City Hall visitors get consistent, accountable security; the current guard gets a pathway to a permanent city job.
The private security contractor loses the City Hall contract.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Mar 19, 2026
The Police Department wants to replace the contracted private security at City Hall with a full-time city employee — a civil service position with benefits — so security answers directly to the city and follows city policy. The current guard would be welcomed to apply.
Civil Service Commission - Mar 18, 2026
The old 'watchman' classification has been replaced with a modernized Public Safety Attendant spec. New minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, a New York State Security Guard license, and one year of watchman/security guard experience. This shapes who can apply for these positions going forward.
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