EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF BOARD OF ETHICS 9311

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under the general direction of the Town Supervisor and the members of the Board of Ethics, an employee in this class is responsible for carrying out and implementing the policies of the Board for the Town. The incumbent acts in the name of the board between meetings and is expected to exercise a considerable amount of independent judgment and initiative. The incumbent will also serve as Secretary to the Board and maintain the Board’s agenda and records. Responsibilities include investigating complaints of violations of the Ethics Code. Work is reviewed through conferences, written reports and the achievement of desired objectives. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Carries out and implements the policies of the Town’s Board of Ethics;

Attends meetings of the Town’s Board of Ethics and acts in the name of the board between meetings, consistent with the written delegation of authority from the Board;

Obtains and reviews financial disclosure statements in a manner consistent with the terms of the Board’s delegation of authority;

Inspects financial disclosure statements to ascertain whether any person subject to reporting requirements has violated any local law governing conflicts of interest or prohibited activities, consistent with the written delegation of authority from the Board of Ethics;

As directed by the Board, notifies in writing any person who failed to file a disclosure statement, who filed a deficient statement or who has filed a statement, which reveals a possible violation of any adopted code of ethics, local law, ordinance or resolution;

Advises and assists any Town Department/Division in establishing rules and regulations relating to possible conflicts between private interests and official duties of elected officials and employees;

Investigates complaints alleging any violations of pertinent laws as directed by the board;

Makes recommendations to the Board about possible disciplinary action to be taken;

Makes recommendations to the Board regarding the agenda of meetings;

Prepares and maintains the Board agendas and records;

Acts as the liaison between the press and the Board.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of the functions and operations of local governments and the interrelationships between the various levels of government; knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of public administration; knowledge of current literature, recent developments and sources of information which relate to local government operations; knowledge of ethical standards and their application; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with official of other departments and jurisdictions, legislators and representatives of agencies at the different levels of government; ability to communicate and deal effectively with others; ability to learn, understand and apply technical and specialized information relating to a wide variety of operations of local government; ability to plan, coordinate, manage and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to evaluate and define the issues which affect local governments; ability to prepare comprehensive reports and analyses; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; initiative; tact; judgment; leadership; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of management experience in a public or private agency.

NOTE: Additional education in Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.

R 03/10/10

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

Review 05/19/10