SPECIAL SERVICES MANAGER 5086

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves performing responsible administrative and supervisory duties in directing the security unit of a large township. The employee has contact with department heads as well as the general public. Supervision is exercised over a large number of security inspection and clerical personnel. Work is performed under the general direction of an administrative superior and is reviewed through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Administers the security operation of a large town for the protection of town buildings and facilities;

Receives and evaluates reports of damage and vandalism to town property, prepares reports and notifies appropriate authorities;

Prepares and revises procedural manual for town security program, issues general orders and prepares annual budget;

Interviews and recommends personnel to be hired to administrative superiors;

Supervises the photographing, fingerprinting and character checks of town employees, taxi driver applicants and safety inspections of licensed tow trucks.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of town facilities and geography; good knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of modern office administration; good knowledge of security principles, practices and techniques; ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of laws and ordinances of the town; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with town officials and general public; ability to analyze facts, arrive at sound conclusions and make recommendations; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others 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

Either:

a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of administrative experience in security enforcement and operations; or,

b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of an equivalency diploma recognized by the New York State Department of Education and six (6) years experience in security enforcement and operations, three (3) years of which must have been in an administrative capacity; or,

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

PROMOTIONAL

One (1) year permanent competitive status as an Assistant Special Services Manager.

R7/2/81

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/22/03