deputy undersheriff 5545

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under direction, an employee in this class assists the Undersheriff and Sheriff in administering the activities of the Sheriff’s Office. The incumbent is involved in the development and formulation of departmental policy and procedure. Responsibility is included for ensuring compliance of departmental operations with state-mandated minimum standards as legislated through the NYS Commission of Corrections. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Performs the duties of the Undersheriff and Sheriff in their absence;

Assists in the development, formulation and revision of departmental policies and procedures;

Ensures compliance of policies and procedures with state mandates and county directives;

Oversees intelligence analysis to identify current trends and threats to the facilities and the community;

Utilizes a data-driven approach to training and program development to address current threats and concerns while keeping staff capabilities current;

Advises subordinates in the best practices, policies and procedures concerning Civil Practice Laws and Rules, New York Corrections Law, NYS Criminal Procedure Law, NYS Penal Law and the NYS Family Court Act;

Conducts meetings to discuss problems and policy matters;

Supervises the training and activities of Sheriff’s Office uniformed and civilian staff;

Reviews and analyzes periodic reports, including the budget;

Meets with individual citizens to discuss relevant issues;

Performs specialized projects as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the operation and approved practices of all departments within the Sheriff’s Office; thorough knowledge of the Corrections, Criminal Procedure and Penal Laws, Civil Practice Laws and Rules and the Family Court Act; good knowledge of management practices of large law enforcement agencies as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operations; good knowledge of budget preparation, analysis and administration; ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate information to achieve department goals; ability to write reports; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement personnel; ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor’s Degree and fifteen (15) years of experience in corrections or law enforcement, eight (8) years of which included personnel, labor relations or the analysis of department programs and/or polices.

R 3/4/24

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive