Job Description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under direction, an employee in this class assists the Undersheriff and Sheriff in administering the activities of the Sheriff's Office. The incumbent is involved in the development and formulation of departmental policy and procedure. Responsibility is included for ensuring compliance of departmental operations with state-mandated minimum standards as legislated through the NYS Commission of Corrections. Does related work as required.

Salary: $142,845

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Performs the duties of the Undersheriff and Sheriff in their absence;

• Assists in the development, formulation and revision of departmental policies and procedures;

• Ensures compliance of policies and procedures with state mandates and county directives;

• Oversees intelligence analysis to identify current trends and threats to the facilities and the community; Utilizes a data-driven approach to training and program development to address current threats and concerns while keeping staff capabilities current;

• Advises subordinates in the best practices, policies and procedures concerning Civil Practice Laws and Rules, New York Corrections Law, NYS Criminal Procedure Law, NYS Penal Law and the NYS Family Court Act;

• Conducts meetings to discuss problems and policy matters;

• Supervises the training and activities of Sheriff’s Office uniformed and civilian staff;

• Reviews and analyzes periodic reports, including the budget;

• Meets with individual citizens to discuss relevant issues;

• Performs specialized projects as required.

Minimum Qualification and Education Requirements

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor’s Degree and eight (8) years of experience in state or local corrections or law enforcement in an agency of similar size and scope, five (5) years of which included personnel, labor relations or the analysis of department programs and/or polices.

Starting Salary: $146,421

ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF THE ROLE

• Thorough knowledge of the operation and approved practices of all departments within the Sheriff's Office

• Thorough knowledge of the Corrections, Criminal Procedure and Penal Laws, Civil Practice Laws and Rules and the Family Court Act

• Good knowledge of management practices of large law enforcement agencies as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operations

• Good knowledge of budget preparation, analysis and administration

• Ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate information to achieve department goals

• Ability to write reports

• Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with law enforcement personnel

• Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public

• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.