DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE 9379

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists the Commissioner in the formulation and implementation of Department objectives, policies and plans, The Deputy is responsible for supervision and coordination of all functions and activities of each Division in the Department and is authorized to act for and in place of the Commissioner at all times. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Coordinates operations and policies of various Divisions, internally and externally with other departments and County government offices;

Directs and assists individuals in charge of various Divisions;

Coordinates Police Department activities with other law enforcement agencies;

Reviews and evaluates operations of all the divisions;

Promotes public cooperation in all law enforcement efforts.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the laws of the federal, state and municipal governments; thorough knowledge of public administration; thorough knowledge of public information management systems; ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate information regarding formulation and implementation of Department objectives, policies and plans; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with police personnel and other departments and agencies; ability to write reports; ability to supervise and review the work of subordinates in a manner conductive to full performance and high morale; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position is in the exempt jurisdictional classification; therefore, there are no minimum qualifications.

11/18/91

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Exempt