DEPUTY SHERIFF ASSISTANT CHIEF - CORRECTION
44910
(Competitive)
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves assisting in the direction of overall operations of the Onondaga County Sheriffs Office. Under the general direction of the Sheriff, Undersheriff and Deputy Sheriff Chief (Corrections), an employee in this class is responsible for assisting in the overall facilities that house people whose cases the City, County, Supreme or Family Court have and have yet to dispose. An employee in this class is to assist in the administration of inmate custodial functions of the Sheriff’s Office pursuant to the Constitution and Laws of the State of New York. General direction is exercised over subordinate staff in the nature of insuring policy and procedures are carried out regarding operations and security within the ultimate control of the Sheriff. As second in command, an employee in this class exercises supervision directly and indirectly over a large number of Deputy Sheriffs, a substantial number of Deputy Sheriff Sergeants, a number of Deputy Sheriff Lieutenants, a number of Deputy Sheriff Captains, and a number of supportive administrative and program staff. This is administrative work which involves responsibility for ensuring that the various sections are operated in such a manner so as to meet the objectives of the Sheriff as well as comply with the laws, rules, and regulations, which pertain to the health, welfare and security of both inmates and employees. In carrying out this responsibility, an employee in this class must develop policy and procedures relative to the operational needs of the Sheriff’s Office that are consistent with the Minimum Standards as promulgated by the New York State Commission of Correction. Further, to assist in personnel evaluations and appraise overall management problems of various aspects in operations. Additionally, filling in for the Deputy Sheriff Chief (Corrections) during his absence for purposes of operational supervision. Additional work will involve investigation of internal problems, addressing staff and inmate grievances. Contact and maintenance of close liaison with various social, criminal justice and rehabilitative agencies to ensure proper levels of communication are maintained between all interested parties. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Assists the Chief Deputy in ensuring Correction Laws and Codes, Rules, Regulations of the Commission are complied with in operating the Sheriffs facilities by evaluating or modifying existing procedures or methods by writing same where none had existed or when necessary delegating subordinate staff. Ensures that the facilities and departments are operating consistent with the principles and dynamics of direct supervision and law enforcement principles.
Evaluates existing operations and procedures to determine whether overall operations can be improved;‑ receives from various subordinates staff input for purposes of internal evaluations for optimization of resources regarding manpower; resolves problems to include but not limited to, fights, riots, strikes and grievances.
May meet with representatives of various groups to discuss problems, grievances, or allegations pertaining to operations which these groups bring or which inmates ask these groups to bring on their behalf.
Oversees subordinates Deputy Sheriffs investigating disciplinary problems and imposing disciplinary measures to inmates or Onondaga County Sheriff's Office personnel.
May interview candidates for appointment as Deputy Sheriff and makes recommendations to the appointing authority as to acceptable candidates.
May participate in the discipline and/or termination of employees by conducting investigations and gathering information to substantiate or refute allegations of employee wrongdoing, which call for discipline or dismissal.
Communicates orally and in writing with state and local judges and justices, district attorney staff, defense counsel, and law enforcement officers relative to inmates' legal proceedings when requested by the Deputy Sheriff Chief, Sheriff, or Undersheriff.
Write various narrative and numerical reports relative to the operation of the Sheriffs Office, which deal with such topics as inmate population and cost of operation.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of departmental policies and procedures pertaining to security, operations, processes, treatment and programs at a county jail.
Comprehensive knowledge of the techniques of inmate supervision.
Thorough knowledge of correction, criminal and other laws, codes and regulations related to the operation of the Sheriff’s office.
Thorough knowledge of administrative procedures related to operations.
Working knowledge of the Mental Hygiene Law.
Ability to read and understand a variety of written or oral instructions pertaining to policy of operations.
Ability to apply written instructions such as codes, regulations, and policies to actual circumstances.
Ability to supervise subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Promotion:
One (1) year of permanent competitive class status as a Deputy Sheriff Correction Captain; or,
Open Competitive:
A. Ten (10) years of work experience, or its part time equivalent, in a recognized law enforcement agency or corrections agency, which must have involved a thorough understanding of inmate classification, investigating grievance matters, program evaluation and administrative reporting, statistical reporting; or,
B. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Baccalaureate Degree or higher; or,
C. An equivalent combination of experience as defined by the limits of A and B above.
11/2023 Revised