The New York Tactical Officers Association is a not for profit corporation established to promote training, professionalism and the exchange of information between members of law enforcement, tactical units and crisis negotiation teams within New York State and throughout the United States. The association strives to advance individual and team knowledge by providing a network to share best practices, sound tactics, training and operational experiences. The association works to foster the highest professional standards and levels of competence by providing high quality instruction to its members.

The membership application allows NYTOA to take the online members only area on the go with them.

Features include messaging other members, searching for NYTOA members, reading past magazine issues, file sharing, message forums, chat and the sharing of photos & videos.