ASSISTANT TO COMMISSIONER (SOCIAL SERVICES) 9406

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class performs supervisory and general administrative duties for the Commissioner's Response Unit and assists the Commissioner in the overall administration of the department. A major emphasis of the position is on acting as a liaison with other divisions or agencies and gathering information or materials for the preparation of reports and for the day-to-day functioning of the Commissioner's office. A position in this class is distinguished from a Senior level position in that the Senior position is labor relations intensive and includes responsibility for contract interpretation, dealing with grievances and making Section 75 recommendations. The work, under the general supervision of the Commissioner, requires the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, and is reviewed through periodic conferences and reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists the Commissioner on departmental systems, procedures and operations, particularly in the area of interdivisional coordination;

Acts as a liaison with other departmental divisions and with other departments or outside agencies;

Assists in reconciling problems associated with the administration and operation of departmental programs;

Monitors and reports on progress of legislation which affects the Social Services Department;

Receives and drafts replies to complaints;

Gathers information for the preparation of reports and for use in coordinating and planning the activities of the department;

Plans for special departmental projects; assists in the design of services to be delivered by the department;

May represent the department at various meetings.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of office management; good knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and policies affecting the Department of Social Services; ability to plan and direct the activities of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to gather information and to prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department employees and officials 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

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, plus seven (7) years of experience in public or business administration.

NOTE: Education beyond high school from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four (4) years.

R 01/17/24

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive