Liz Benjamin noticed this job posting today on craigslist for the State Senate Sergeant at Arms. Considering the calamity that has been our State Senate in 2009, I can only imagine what the real job requirements are compared to the listing. But I think I can guess what the Senate was really thinking when they posted this ad .
Requirements: Successful completion of police or government security service career with administrative experience. An associates degree related to government security service or a degree in a similar field to the aforementioned degree.
We're not just looking for muscle. No sir. We need a policy wonky. Who else do you think will break the tie the next time Pedro Espada and a disaffected Hispanic colleague switch sides? "Lt. Governor Ravitch"? As if!
Supervisory experience in the above fields.
Lord knows we need some adult supervision.
Must have the ability to work long hours and be on 24 hour call.
You never know when there might be a coup! But on the bright side, you get long vacations when we lock out the other side and fight behind closed doors, hidden away from the public.
Have the ability to coordinate security needs with other law enforcement agencies. Have experience as a proven supervisor of officers. Provide for the special needs related to legislative activites.
We might not be able to work with either the Assembly or the Governor, but don't think that means you can't cross administrative lines! Did we mention that we really need supervision? We really do. When we say "special needs", we really mean the ability to lock the doors, throw away the keys, and thumb your nose at the other side.
DCJS certified as security program instructor. Certified in CPR and AED.
Yea, we're old.
Successful candidate must be available on 24 hour call back and be able to work long hours when neccesary.
Did we mention that a coup could happen at any time? We really don't trust Pedro Espada.
Willing to maintain primary residence within the Capital District.
That cushy per-diem figure that we in the Senate get? Dream on you slag, that's not for staff!
Good luck to all you ambitious job seekers! |
