DEPUTY TOWN COMMISSIONER OF AVIATION AND TRANSPORTATION 8405

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists the Town Commissioner of Aviation and Transportation in the overall administration, planning and coordination of programs and operations of the Department. The incumbent is responsible for assisting in the supervision of subordinate personnel in their performance and adherence to regulations and policies set forth. The Deputy acts for and in place of the Commissioner. In performing the duties of the position, the employee exercises a considerable amount of independence of judgment and initiative. Work is reviewed by the Commissioner and Town Board through conferences and reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in planning, supervising, coordinating and implementing the overall programs of the various divisions of the Department;

Assists in the supervision of the preparation, presentation, and maintenance of the Department’s annual budget and fiscal policies;

Develops and coordinates data gathering procedures, departmental studies, analyzing results for potential policy regulation and revision;

Recommends departmental updating procedures, policies, regulations or ordinances;

Promotes safety educational programs related to airport traffic and vandalism;

Assists in training programs for subordinate personnel and the general public in measures, procedures, and techniques during times of emergency or disaster;

May assist in the administration of the various water and beach erosion control districts within the Town;

May serve as the head of a division.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of Federal, State and local laws regarding Aviation and Transportation; thorough knowledge of the overall divisional programs, functions, activities, policies, and regulations; good knowledge of airport procedures and operation; good knowledge of traffic regulations, operation, maintenance, and control devices; good knowledge of rules and regulations pertaining to protection of town property, prevention of vandalism and protection of the welfare of citizens; good knowledge of measures and procedures related to peacetime, wartime, material or man made disasters; ability to administer and supervise subordinate personnel 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

There are no qualifications for this position as it is in the Exempt Class.

R02/07/05

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Exempt