SPECIAL
PROJECTS COORDINATOR 0751
An
employee in this class performs varied special assignments of a highly
responsible nature in undertaking in-depth studies of subjects of emerging
interest and concern. The incumbent
must be able to meet widely diversified projects and must be on call to give
assistance during times of emergency.
The incumbent exercises independent judgment and initiative. Work is subject to general policy review by
the department or jurisdiction head through conferences and written
reports. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Assists
in developing and implementing special projects which directly affect the
department or jurisdiction;
Oversees the
administrative, budget and accounting functions of the department or
jurisdiction, and makes policy recommendations related to these areas to insure
the effectiveness and efficiency of these operations;
Reviews a wide-range
of departmental or jurisdiction programs and policies in an effort to assess
their effectiveness for determining possible programmatic and policy
alternatives;
Coordinates and
works closely with the Executive and Legislative branches of government, the
private sector, trade associations and non-profit organizations to allow the
department's programs and policies to be clearly understood and carried out as
intended.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough
knowledge of the principles and techniques utilized in planning and executing
research assignments; thorough knowledge of the workings of the administrative
structure underlying large-scale programs and facilities; thorough knowledge of
the principles and practices of financial administration, budgeting,
statistical concepts and methods, and general services administration; ability
to write reports, speeches, announcements and other important vehicles through
which the plans, statements of policy, reports to the public and to legislative
bodies and other material are conveyed; ability to exercise sound judgment and
discretion in representing a department or jurisdiction; ability to respond quickly
and effectively when emergency situations arise; ability to rapidly acquire a
thorough knowledge of the legal, administrative and procedural regulations
applicable to the department or jurisdiction; ability to plan, organize and
supervise the work of a large staff in a manner conducive to full performance
and high morale; 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 eight (8) years of administrative experience.
NOTE:
Additional relevant education will be substituted for experience on a
year-for-year basis.
R4/17/96
SUFFOLK COUNTY
Competitive
RR1/28/03