Assistant to Commissioner

Suffolk County, New York is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant to Commissioner of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for assisting the Commissioner of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services with the preparation and coordination of departmental activities associated with disaster and hazard mitigation, response, relief, recovery, and security. Major emphasis of this position is on the coordination of these activities and services with various County Departments, government agencies, municipalities, and non-government agencies in preparation for and during times of emergencies. Responsibility is included for assisting County residents seeking services in the aftermath of disasters or catastrophic events. Work is performed under the direction of the Commissioner and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

• Supports and assists in the coordination of the Department’s activities and responsibilities with various state and federal agencies outside County government, such as the New York State Office of Emergency Management, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, American Red Cross, etc.;

• Supports and assists in the coordination of the Department’s activities and responsibilities with other County departments, such as the Suffolk County Executive’s Office, the Suffolk County Department of Law, the Suffolk County Department of Public Works, the Suffolk County Department of Health, etc.;

• Oversees daily security operations; plans and implements security policies and procedures; and provides all necessary information to the Commissioner;

• Acts as liaison with local, state, and federal agencies (government, non-government, law enforcement, government and commercial aviation transportation facilities, etc.):

• Administers County applications for reimbursement as a result of declared disasters;

• Collects and analyzes data and prepares reports pertinent to departmental recovery efforts;

• Participates in emergency working groups with outside federal and non-government agencies;

• Provides assistance to County residents seeking the Department’s services.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Working knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of state, federal and local government emergency resource management; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department employees, officials of other agencies, outside personnel and the general public; ability to prepare reports; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing to a wide-range of groups; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Salary: $94,299

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and seven (7) years of experience in public or business administration, three (3) years of which must have been in a government agency performing duties related to the development and administration of plans related to disaster security and emergency preparedness.

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

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At the time of appointment and throughout employment, employee must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

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.