TRAFFIC COURT SUPERVISOR 0058

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class supervises the specialized and responsible work relating to Traffic Court functions for the Suffolk County Traffic & Parking Violations Agency. The incumbent supervises either the Adjudication or Operations Division and is responsible for coordinating the assignment of daily duties, requiring good knowledge of statutes and laws governing the practices and procedures of Traffic Courts. All work is performed according to standard procedures prescribed by state law, judicial determination and administrative directives. Work involves contact with attorneys and the general public regarding court functions and procedures, and requires considerable initiative and judgment. Work is performed under general administrative supervision through conferences, observations, periodic reports and the effectiveness of operation. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists the Traffic Court Administrator with the assignment of daily duties for court staff;

Coordinates the activities of the courtrooms;

Maintains time and attendance records and daily productivity reports;

Answers employee questions and trains new employees;

Evaluates the work of Senior Traffic Court Specialists and Traffic Court Specialists for completion and accuracy;

Reviews orders and makes recommendations for creating and editing orders due to changes in the law;

Assists the public and attorneys by providing information about the status of cases and the operations of the Agency;

Assists in developing procedures for the collection of revenue and associated statistical reports for the department;

Participates in meetings and serves on various committees.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of office management, organization and supervision; good knowledge of business English, arithmetic; thorough knowledge of legal terminology and traffic court proceedings; ability to type rapidly and accurately; ability to identify and correct errors; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; ability to maintain accurate records and files; ability to understand and interpret written material, including traffic court rules, polices, and procedures; ability to multi-task, set priorities, and handle critical situations; ability to assign, supervise and review the work of personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with attorneys, judges, co-workers, supervisors, and the general public; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Completion of sixty (60) credits from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, and five (5) years of experience in the maintenance of computerized records or files.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Senior Traffic Court Specialist.

2/19/20

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive