ASSISTANT TO COMMISSIONER (POLICE) 9377

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class performs highly responsible and confidential work associated with the day-to-day operations and administration of the Suffolk County Police Department. The major emphasis of this position is on the confidential nature of the work involved. The incumbent exercises a considerable amount of independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. Work is performed under the direction of the Police Commissioner and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Gathers information used for the preparation of reports and for planning the activities of the department;

Coordinates and participates in the work for special department projects;

Assists in resolving problems associated with Departmental operations;

Responds to inquiries from the public about Department functions;

May represent the Department at a variety of meetings;

May be asked to speak to department personnel, other County departments and outside police agencies about Suffolk County Police Department functions.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of office management and the ability to apply these principles to office operations; ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to prepare accurate and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department employees and outside personnel; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, and four (4) years of administrative experience in operational evaluation within a municipality.

R10/22/24

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive