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.
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