ASSISTANT DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE (LEGAL) 9306

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists the Deputy Commissioner by acting as a liaison between the Police Department and the District Attorney's Office, the County Attorney's Office, and the courts. The incumbent coordinates activities with the District Attorney's Office and the courts and represents the Department at administrative hearings. Responsibility is also included for provision of guidance and counsel to the Deputy Commissioner, the Commissioner and other personnel to ensure protection of individual rights and compliance of Departmental operations with the law. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in investigation and procuring of information and advice regarding the impact of new court decisions on Departmental operations;

Reviews existing and proposed or pending County and State legislation regarding its effect on the Department and recommends appropriate legislation beneficial to the Department;

Acts as liaison with other Departments for coordination of all law enforcement efforts;

Approves Departmental contracts and participates in related negotiations;

Approves, on behalf of the administration, all written material which might affect the rights or obligations of the Department;

Prosecutes disciplinary proceedings for the Department;

Supervises employees engaged in the activities concerning the legal affairs of the Police Department.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the laws of the Federal, State and Municipal governments; ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate information regarding court decisions and legislation; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with police personnel and other departments; ability to review written material; ability to supervise and review the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Admission to the Bar in New York State and two years of experience in the practice of municipal law.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive