Special Patrol Officer

Utica, NY
Oneida County Sheriff

Salary: $26.50/Hour

Closing Date: December 31, 2025

Position Summary:

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 Oneida County Sheriff’s Office or other designated Oneida County law enforcement agent. The incumbent performs related work as required.

Requirements:

  • Retired member of a police or sheriff’s department in New York State; OR
  • Retired member of the division of state police; OR
  • Retired former corrections, parole, or probation officer in New York State.
  • Special Patrol Officers may not carry or possess firearms while on duty unless authorized to do so by the Appointing Authority and a license has been issued pursuant to Section 400.00 of Penal Law (Section 2.10.37 of Criminal Procedure Law). Where possession of the license is required, eligibility for and continued possession of the license is required for employment