ASSISTANT INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS COORDINATOR                              0247

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, the Assistant Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator assists in coordinating the research, preparation of applications and administration in the receipt of Federal and State Aid by the County, a County department or a local jurisdiction.  The work includes advising various departments or divisions within the jurisdiction as to the availability of Federal and State revenue and providing technical assistance in grant application.  The incumbent supervises a technical and clerical staff and acts for the Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator in his/her absence.  Supervision is received from the Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator through written reports and conferences.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

         Assists the Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator in researching all appropriate materials and literature related to Federal and State Aid programs and disseminating appropriate materials and information;

         Organizes and maintains records of Federal and State Aid applications;

         Works with the Coordinator to promote and cultivate close liaison between Federal and State agencies;

         Assists in monitoring proposed legislation and analyzing the impact of proposals on operations and budgeting;

         Assists in preparing periodic progress reports on those projects in operation at the County or the town levels which are being funded by Federal and State agencies;

         Acts for the Coordinator in his/her absence.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of Federal and State Aid programs which are available to County and local governments; good knowledge of the current literature, recent developments, and sources of information pertaining to Federal and State Aid programs; good knowledge of the functions and operations of local government and the fiscal interrelationship between the different levels of government; good knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public administration, budgeting and fiscal administration; good knowledge of statistical and research concepts and methods; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials of other departments and jurisdictions, legislators and representatives of Federal and State agencies; ability to evaluate the utility of Federal and State Aid programs in meeting the fiscal and programmatic needs of the department or jurisdiction; ability to compile and prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

         OPEN COMPETITIVE

         Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of experience in business administration, public administration or a related field.

 

NOTE:   Additional relevant education from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two (2) years.  

 

 

R1/9/95

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/22/03