ASSISTANT TO DIRECTOR OF PROBATION                                            9382

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Assists the Director of Probation in the administration of the Probation Department. This work requires a high degree of discretion in dealing with confidential matters. Responsibility includes assisting the Director of Probation in coordinating administrative services, preparing a variety of reports including the annual budget, and assisting in the operation of departmental units as assigned. The incumbent exercises a considerable amount of independent judgment and initiative in the performance of duties. Work is reviewed by the Director and Deputy Director through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

            Prepares departmental overtime reports;

            Assists with budget preparation and control;

            Compiles data and assists in the preparation of annual reports and other reports as needed;

            Manages and coordinates the fleet of vehicles assigned to the Probation Department and completes all reports related to fleet management and maintenance;

            Coordinates building maintenance and handles requests for building services and moves throughout department;

            Schedules meetings and staff training and prepares material for the meetings and training as requested;

            Assists in the operation of the Department’s Restitution and Fee Collections Unit.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of office administration and the ability to apply these principles to office operations; good knowledge of the policies and programs of the Suffolk County Probation Department; good knowledge of the methods and techniques of budget and report preparation; ability to coordinate detailed information into clear, accurate reports in a timely fashion; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of Probation Department staff and the staff of other agencies; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Either:

            (a) Graduation from a college with federally authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor’s Degree and three (3) years of administrative experience; or,

            (b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and seven (7) years of administrative experience; or,

            (c)  Satisfactory equivalent combination of the above experience and education.

 

R 10/25/2013

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive