SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO COUNTY EXECUTIVE (MINORITY AFFAIRS) 0439

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for advising and assisting a Deputy County Executive or other high level administrator on issues and concerns affecting minority communities within Suffolk County. Work is performed under the general direction of a Deputy County Executive or other high level administrator, and requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment and initiative. Performance is reviewed through conferences, consultations and the submission of reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Monitors and evaluates the conduct and implementation of Suffolk County programs pertaining to minority and special concern groups;

Provides consultation and technical assistance to County departments and offices on the establishment and maintenance of positive relationships with minority communities and leaders throughout Suffolk County;

Advises and assists a Deputy County Executive or other high level administrator on issues affecting minorities; reports to, and participates in, frequent staff conferences;

Makes recommendations for policy changes;

Conducts research into affirmative action and minority issues; implements training and information sessions;

Investigates and resolves complaints of discrimination and sexual harassment;

Acts as liaison with federal, state and private funding agencies to insure Suffolk County's compliance with affirmative action and equal employment opportunity requirements.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action; thorough knowledge of current literature, recent developments and sources of information in the fields of affirmative action and minority concerns; good knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public administration; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, public officials, representatives of community organizations and the general public; ability to investigate allegations of discrimination and arrive at equitable and fair conclusions; ability to analyze and organize data and to prepare comprehensive 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

Either:

a) Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Master's Degree, and three (3) years of experience in human resources, community relations or intergovernmental relations; or,

b) Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, and five (5) years of experience in human resources, community relations or intergovernmental relations.

R06/04/98

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

RR1/28/03