CONSTABLE (VILLAGE OF WEST HAMPTON DUNES)                                                       5049

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is a peace officer involved in the enforcement of New York State laws and codes, the laws and regulations of the Village of West Hampton Dunes, and other local laws and regulations, within the Village of West Hampton Dunes.  In the performance of duties, the Constable has considerable responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment in emergencies.  The work is performed in accordance with New York Criminal Procedure Law, under the general supervision of the Mayor, and is subject to review through submission of oral and written reports.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

                Patrols the Village by foot or vehicle, noting violations of New York State and local laws, codes, and ordinances within the Village;

                Answers calls for assistance within the Village in connection with automobile accidents, other accidents, emergency situations, and all other situations requiring action or intervention;

                Directs pedestrian and vehicular traffic at scenes of accident, fires, public assemblages and at busy thoroughfares and intersections within the Village;

                Answers questions for and directs the public;

                Makes reports of activities as required;

Investigates complaints and reports of violations of New York State laws and regulations, and Village and local laws and regulations, for investigation, and issues summonses or appearance tickets to violators when sufficient evidence exists.

               

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of New York State laws and regulations, Village codes and ordinances; good knowledge of the geography of the jurisdiction; ability to enforce the New York State laws and regulations, and Village and other local ordinances and codes, with tact and impartiality; ability to make detailed accurate reports as required; ability to develop skill in the use and care of firearms if so directed; ability to enforce the law with firmness, tact and impartiality, and to deal courteously with the general public; ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or the possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and certification by New York State as a police officer.

               

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

                1. There will be qualifying medical, psychological and physical fitness evaluations*.

                2. At the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employ­ees must possess the appropriate license issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.  Type of license will be determined by the appointing authority with respect to the type of vehicle to be operated.  Valid license must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

                3. Must be a U.S. Citizen and resident of Suffolk County at the time of appointment.

 

*At the discretion of the Appointing Authority, for appointees with other than competitive status, qualifying evaluations may be waived for candidates with current or prior status in a peace or police officer title who are in possession of current New York State MPTC certification as a peace or police officer within the following guidelines:

a.) Pursuant to §2.30 6) of Criminal Procedure Law:

Separated for less than 2 years after having served for less than 2 consecutive years as a peace officer in NYS, or; Separated for less than 4 years after having served as a peace officer in NYS for more than 2 consecutive years.

b.) Pursuant to §209-q 1) b) of General Municipal Law:

Separated for less than 2 years after having served for less than 2 consecutive years as a police officer in NYS, or; Separated for less than 4 years after having served as a police officer in NYS for more than 2 consecutive years, or; Up to 10 years after separation with an approved police officer refresher course.

 

R 9/27/23

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive