Deputy Undersheriff

Suffolk County Government•Yaphank, NY

37d

About The Position

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.

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.
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.

Responsibilities

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