SOCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE PLANNER 1540

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class develops, coordinates and conducts research into areas of need for programs administered by the Department of Social Services, and makes recommendations concerning budget expenditures and alternative management systems, procedures and methods of operation. This class differs from that of Program Examiner in that it involves responsibility for studying the efficiency of internal administrative procedures. The incumbent is expected to exercise some independent judgment and initiative, but the work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the formulation and development of the department's annual Title XX program plan;

Acts as liaison between central administration and program administrators concerning budgetary matters and program plans;

Develops uniform standards and procedures for planning and evaluation of all departmental programs;

Conducts studies to evaluate productivity and effectiveness of departmental programs, and recommends improvements in organization, program design and service delivery;

Reviews and makes recommendations on the department's operating budget and service contracts.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of management and operations research; good knowledge of legal and administrative guidelines and regulations pertaining to the department's programs; good knowledge of the principles and methods of public administration and budgeting; good knowledge of statistical concepts and methods; working knowledge of the application of data processing systems to administrative procedures; ability to conduct research, analyze complex data and prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and other government employees; good judgment; tact; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation with a Bachelor's Degree from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State and six (6) years of experience in management or operations research, budgetary review or program evaluation, three (3) years of which must have been for a human services agency; or,

(b) Graduation with a Master's Degree in Public Administration from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, and four (4) years of experience in management or operations research, budgetary review or program evaluation, three (3) years of which must have been for a human services agency; or,

(c) Graduation with a Master of Social Work Degree from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State, and three (3) years of experience in management or operations research, budgetary review or program evaluation for a human services agency; or,

(d) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b) and (c).

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Community Organization Specialist, Community Liaison Officer, Social Services Project Coordinator or Community Services Coordinator.

R3/29/2013

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive