DEPUTY TOWN COMMISSIONER OF PLANNING 8429

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

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

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in administering, developing, implementing and promoting industrial and business programs serving the interests and welfare of the Town and its people;

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

Manages town-owned real properties and rentals, and coordinates with other applicable departments;

Manages and implements sales of surplus properties in accordance with laws and regulations;

Supervises, implements, and directs all matters related to the office of the Board of Appeals;

Prepares and updates the Town’s comprehensive plans, programs, and developmental policies in order to provide orderly growth of the Town.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of departmental programs, functions, activities, policies and regulations; thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of office management and supervision; ability to gather, assemble and evaluate facts and evidence, and to arrive at sound and logical conclusions; ability to delegate authority and to plan 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; ability to establish effective working relationships with civic leaders, public officials and the general public; ability to conduct difficult planning studies, and prepare analysis, recommendations and revisions; 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.

02/05/01

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Exempt

Review 04/11/05