Deputy Commissioner of Community Services

Distinguishing Features of the Class

The incumbent discharges the duties and responsibilities of the Commissioner of Community Services during his/her absence.

Typical Work Activities

Acts for and in place of the Commissioner during his/or her absence;

Acts as the liaison between the Commissioner and Division Heads as well as other city departments and agencies;

Monitors programs and personnel assignments to ensure appropriate coordination, execution and administration;

Confers with and advises Division Heads on problems and issues relating to the activities of their Division;

Confers with staff in making determinations in the areas of staffing, including placement, selection, disciplinary, grievances, attendance, reduction in force and related personnel issues;

Makes recommendations on changes in the Department’s policies and procedures;

Assists in the preparation of the Department’s Budget;

Reviews expenditures, etc. and approves requests for reallocation of funds when necessary;

Performs duties and exercises power as directed by the Commissioner.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

• Good knowledge of government structure for the City of Buffalo;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the administration of the department;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of planning and executing the personnel function in a government agency;
• Administrative supervision;
• Ability to understand and interpret technical written material;
• Ability to organize and analyze information gathered for the purpose of explaining and supporting decisions and recommendations;
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
• Tact; courtesy; good professional judgment;
• Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
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Preferred Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (any major) and demonstrated administrative ability with five years of full-time experience in government service or human or community services;

OR

An equivalent combination of training, education and experience to sufficiently indicate ability to perform the duties of the department.

Note:  Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.  Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.

Salary

$109,148