TOWN ADMINISTRATOR 9882

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for coordinating and directing the overall administration of Town government. Under the general direction of the Town Supervisor and Town Board, the incumbent acts as chief administrative officer of the Town. Duties of the position assisting town departments with their administrative needs; preparing and submitting an annual budget, and ensuring it is efficiently administered; and making recommendations to the Supervisor and Town Board. This position may generally supervise subordinate administrative and clerical personnel. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Coordinate, control and direct the overall administration of the general operations of Town government;

Prepares and makes recommendations to the Town Supervisor and Town Board on such measures that are necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of the Town residents;

Prepares and submits the tentative annual operating budget of the Town;

Oversees encumbrances, expenditures, and disbursements to ensure sufficient budget administration;

Assists all town departments with operations, financial needs, policy creation and implementation, and general operating requirements;

May prepare resolutions.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and organization of municipal government administration; thorough knowledge of public administration; thorough knowledge of government accounting and budgeting principles and practices; knowledge of personnel matters and policies; ability to prepare and present comprehensive reports both orally and in writing; ability to work effectively with all staff levels, public officials and the general public; ability to supervise, organize and plan the work of subordinate personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; good judgment; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a New York State or federally authorized college or university with a Master’s Degree in public administration or business administration, and four (4) years of experience in public administration.

NOTE: Additional experience in public administration may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

12/28/2023

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Pending (Non-Competitive)