The division is authorized to establish transport and warrant units and designate employees to be assigned to such units. Such units shall have the powers and responsibilities specified in regulations promulgated by the division, including but not limited to the conveyance of youth placed with or committed to the custody of the division to and from its facilities. Employees of such unit who are specifically designated by the director in writing, shall have the power and authority of peace officers in respect thereto.
New York Legal Code