COMMISSIONER OF POLICE 9381

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The work involves responsibility for the planning, management and administration of the Police Department including supervision of the Department's internal operations and external contacts with other agencies and jurisdictions. The employee must ensure that Departmental functioning complies with stipulations of the Penal Law, the Criminal Procedure Law and other laws of the State and County. Work is performed under the direction of the County Executive. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans, directs, organizes and coordinates the activities of the Police Department;

Meets with individuals, groups, associations, organizations and commissions on behalf of the Department;

Implements legal changes in the daily police routine affected by State and Federal Court Rulings;

Represents the Department at Police and County functions to explain Departmental policies and procedures;

May recommend change in the status of any member of the County Police Department, subject to the provisions of Civil Service Law;

Assists the County Attorney, as requested, in the preparation of legal materials pertaining to the Police Department and within the jurisdiction of the County Attorney;

Supervises enforcement of all laws and ordinances applicable to Suffolk County;

Supervises the training of police personnel in legal aspects of police duties and responsibilities;

Coordinates Departmental budgetary planning and procedures.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to law-enforcement work; thorough knowledge of court procedures applicable to police work; thorough knowledge of administrative practices and procedures; good knowledge of the steps involved in drafting narrative reports regarding Departmental operations; ability to exercise public relations skills to favorably represent the Department to other jurisdictions and community groups; ability to exercise independent judgment to arrive at decisions under stressful circumstances; ability to present ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other criminal justice agencies and community groups; ability to supervise a large staff in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications are listed pursuant to Executive Order Number 1-1990: The Commissioner must have a Bachelor’s Degree.

9/11/90

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Unclassified