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01-24-25 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff Chief (Civil)
Location: Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
DEPUTY SHERIFF CHIEF (CIVIL)
40955
(Non Competitive)
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for the administration and operation of the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office Civil Division, as well as performing a variety of fiscal and budgeting functions as assigned. An employee in this class oversees the planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling directing of Civil Division personnel engaged in the Civil function, as assigned. Work is performed with considerable independence in implementing and carrying out assigned duties. Assignments are received from the Sheriff or Undersheriff and reviewed through conferences. Supervision is exercised over sworn officers of various ranks and civilian clerical and support personnel as necessary. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Administers the work activities involved in the daily functioning of the Civil Division, including all assigned personnel.
Responsible for the Sheriff’s Office finance and budget responsibilities.
Responsible for grant administration, including preparation, coordination and liaison with potential funding agencies.
Manages the Sheriff’s Fleet division.
Responsible for the Sheriff’s Services and Supply unit. Oversees and coordinates the ordering of necessary supplies and equipment for the entire Sheriff’s Office.
Directs activities of subordinates and formulates policies, procedures and rules.
Consults and coordinates with the County Attorney’s Office on interpretation of the Law and contracts.
Participates in Sheriff’s Department Executive Committee.
May be assigned to act as duty commander for the entire Sheriff’s Office.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, organization and effective management of personnel and work process.
Ability to recognize situations of potential liability and construct processes to avoid them.
Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written material.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships within the Sheriff’s Office and with external organizations and the public.
Ability to prepare and manage budgets.
Excellent communication skills.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college university or one accredited by the New York State Board of Regents to grant degrees and five (5) years of professional-level experience, or its part time equivalent, in a management capacity in a municipal government agency, which included responsibility for program administration; or,
- Nine (9) years of professional-level experience, or its part time equivalent, in a management capacity in a municipal government agency, which included responsibility for program administration.
Management Confidential, non-competitive.
Please send resume and qualifications to:
Sheriff Shelley
407 S. State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
by February 28, 2025
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01-24-25 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Undersheriff
Location: Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Salary: $111,796
Hours of work: Variable. On call 24/7.
DESCRIPTION
Distinguishing Features of the Class:
This position is made through appointment by the Sheriff. The Undersheriff is responsible for the daily supervision of all aspects of the Sheriff’s Office, acts as the Sheriff’s second in command, and serves as a confidential advisor to the Sheriff. The Undersheriff acts under the authority of the Sheriff in all decisions of the Office in the Sheriff’s absence. The Undersheriff is responsible for commanding, directing and controlling the Civil, Administration, Correction, Custody, and Police Departments operating within the Sheriff’s Office, which includes nearly 800 sworn and civilian personnel. The Undersheriff has direct supervision and command over the Community Relations Division, the Internal Affairs Unit and the Public Information Officer, with additional direct supervision responsibilities as required and determined by the Sheriff. The Undersheriff builds policy and written directives based on the needs of the Office, with best practices identified within the law enforcement and public safety fields. The Undersheriff is responsible for ensuring agency compliance with all applicable professional accreditation standards. Does related work as required.
Typical Work Activities:
Assists the Sheriff in planning and coordinating the activities of the various departments and divisions of the Sheriff’s Office.
Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Sheriff’s Office by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
Executes all Sheriff’s Office policies, directives, rules and regulations, and assumes command responsibilities in the Sheriff’s absence.
Reviews current operations to determine efficiency and effectiveness and recommends and implements solutions for improvement.
Reviews and designs organizational structure.
Develops and implements best practice policies and procedures, based on legal information and previous law enforcement experience.
Manages and executes all formal discipline.
Directs operations of all Sheriff’s Office departments, to include Civil, Administration, Correction, Custody, and Police.
Prepares budget recommendations.
Participates in collective bargaining management.
Manages complex and sensitive criminal investigations.
Directs Homeland Security Operations.
Coordinates with outside organizations and agencies to ensure efficient operations of the Office of the Sheriff.
Interacts with the County Legislature, County Executive’s Office, County department heads, businesses and municipal County, State, Federal and tribal officials and law enforcement agencies.
Demonstrates a positive working relationship with the public.
Addresses civic and educational groups on law enforcement-related topics.
Maintains and attains accreditation certification as directed.
Responds to and commands unusual occurrences as required, and advises the Sheriff on all aspects of Sheriff’s Office operations as required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:
Comprehensive knowledge of modern principles and practices of law enforcement management and command.
Comprehensive knowledge of modern investigatory practices and techniques and rules of evidence.
Thorough knowledge of the New York State Penal Law, Criminal Procedure Law, Vehicle and Traffic Law and local laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to police activities.
Thorough knowledge of the budget process, including the ability to keep expenditures within limits set.
Thorough knowledge of what constitutes evidence, and how to safeguard and process it.
Thorough knowledge of legal terminology encountered in police work.
Working knowledge of NYS, ACA and CALEA public safety accreditation programs.
Ability to interpret laws and regulations.
Ability to analyze complex law enforcement and security issues and develop solutions.
Ability to define problems, collect data, and make logical conclusions based on fact.
Ability to make decisions, solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to work as a team member with other law enforcement and multi-jurisdictional agencies.
Ability to communicate and present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, citizens, elected officials, and members of the media.
Ability to plan and supervise the work of others engaged in corrections and police work.
Ability to read, understand and interpret written material.
Ability to maintain composure and work effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.
Strong and effective interpersonal skills in bringing people together to solve problems.
Good powers of observation.
Effective supervisory skills, with the ability to lead and delegate tasks and authority.
Minimum Qualifications:
Suitable candidates must have a minimum of ten (10) years of full-time law enforcement experience. Candidates must have a strong knowledge of modern law enforcement practices, to include: law enforcement role and authority, use of force, patrol, traffic, criminal investigations, juvenile operations, special operations, critical incident management, crime prevention, evidence collection and preservation, property control, victim/witness assistance, training, detainee transport, processing and holding, legal process and professional accreditation. Candidate must have experience that includes: management and administration, written policies and procedures, fiscal management, personnel management and processes that include recruitment, Civil Service, selection, promotion, training, performance evaluation, investigating personnel complaints, dealing with collective bargaining units, discipline, and planning, directing and managing sworn and civilian personnel. Must have at least a high school diploma; some college and experience in each of the Sheriff’s divisions (custody/corrections, civil, police) is preferred. Onondaga County residency is preferred.
Management Confidential, non-competitive. Any active member of NYSLRS, please send resume and qualifications to:
Sheriff Shelley
407 S. State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
by February 28, 2025
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01-24-25 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff Chief (Police)
Location: Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
DEPUTY SHERIFF CHIEF (POLICE) 40717
(Exempt)
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for the administration and operation of the Sheriff Department Police Division. An employee in this class exercises control for the planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling of law enforcement personnel engaged in area patrol, criminal investigations and juvenile delinquency. This is an administrative function which receives assignments through conference with the Sheriff or Undersheriff. Assignments, other than the effective and efficient operation of the Division, are based upon enforcement and/or directional changes wished to be pursued by the Sheriff. The day to day operational activity of the Division remains consistent with enforcement of all Federal, State, Local Laws, Rules and Regulations promulgated for the protection of citizens. Review is undertaken through conference, submission of written reports and complaints received on the Divisions operation. Considerable latitude for independent judgement is exercised by the incumbent in carrying out daily operations, technical details of the work and in solving law enforcement problems. Indirect supervision is exercised over the entire Division and general supervision is maintained over a number of subordinate second level supervisors and the Deputy Sheriff Assistant Chief (Police). Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, organizes, coordinates, motivates and controls supervisory personnel methods and practices relating to law enforcement activities and problems.
Directs special investigations and reports progress and findings to Sheriff or Undersheriff.
Reports to the Sheriff or Undersheriff on a continuing basis all matters which affect the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement.
May serve as Duty Chief for the entire Sheriff’s Department.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of modern law enforcement methods and practices and the use of good judgement in solving law enforcement problems.
Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of administration, organization, effective management, Ethics Code and work processing.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate law enforcement methods and practices.
Ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written material.
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
As an Exempt class Civil Service appointment, the Sheriff may make a personal appointment to the position. Such appointee serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff.
Management Confidential, non-competitive. Any active member of NYSLRS, please send resume and qualifications to:
Sheriff Shelley
407 S. State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
by February 28, 2025
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01-24-25 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff Chief (Special Investigation)
Location: Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
DEPUTY SHERIFF CHIEF (SPECIAL INVESTIGATION) 40975
(Exempt-PJC)
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for the administration and operation of the Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations units. An employee in this class exercises control for the planning, organizing, coordinating, motivating and controlling of law enforcement personnel assigned to units engaged in criminal investigations to include all major felony cases; drug possession trafficking and manufacturing crimes; abused persons unit including sexual assault and child abuse cases; pursuit of wanted persons and fugitives; coordinating with federal agencies such as DEA, FBI, USMS and all specialized units utilized to complete these tasks. This is an administrative function which receives assignments through conference with the Sheriff or Undersheriff. Assignments, other than the effective and efficient operation of the Division, are based upon enforcement and/or directional changes wished to be pursued by the Sheriff. The day-to-day operational activity of the Division remains consistent with enforcement of all Federal, State and local Laws, Rules and Regulations promulgated for the protection of citizens. Review is undertaken through conference and submission of written reports and complaints received on the Divisions operation. Considerable latitude for independent judgement is exercised by the incumbent in carrying out daily operations, technical details of the work and in solving crimes. Indirect supervision is exercised over the entire Division and general supervision is maintained over several subordinate second-level supervisors. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, organizes, coordinates, motivates and controls supervisory personnel methods and practices relating to criminal investigation activities and problems.
Directs special task forces and assignments and reports progress and findings to Sheriff or Undersheriff.
Reports to the Sheriff or Undersheriff on a continuing basis all matters which affect the efficiency and effectiveness of investigations.
May serve as Duty Chief for the entire Sheriff’s Department.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Comprehensive knowledge of modern criminal investigative methods and practices and the use of good judgement in solving law enforcement problems.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of administration, organization, effective management, Ethics Code and work processing.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
Ability to use a computer.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate investigations.
Ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.
Ability to prepare, understand and interpret written material.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None
Management Confidential, non-competitive. Any active member of NYSLRS, please send resume and qualifications to:
Sheriff Shelley
407 S. State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
by February 28, 2025
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12-10-24 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Stock Clerk in our Custody Department
Location: Onondaga County Justice Center, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Salary: $38,642-$42,384
Hours of work: 8:00am to 4:00pm or 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.
Name and address/email where applications/resumes should be directed:
Chief Maureen Murphy
407 South State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
SH-HumanResources@ongov.net
STOCK CLERK
05400
(Competitive)
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The work involves responsibility for performing routine manual and simple clerical work in receiving, storing, issuing and caring for a wide variety of items such as office supplies, foodstuffs, dry goods, automotive parts, tools, gasoline, and so on in a storeroom of a department. Work involves keeping simple store records and frequently involves strenuous manual tasks. Assignments are received in the form of goods and supplies to be stored and work is reviewed by a superior for condition of store supplies and accuracy and completeness of records. In some departments a Stock Clerk may have sole responsibility for the maintenance of the storeroom but is distinguished from a storekeeper in that the employee is not authorized to make purchases. Supervision is received from a storekeeper or an administrative superior. An employee in this class does not typically exercise supervision. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Receives the goods by helping to unload them from delivery trucks, if necessary.
Unpacks goods and checks them against invoice statements from the company or against purchase orders.
Stores the goods and supplies in the proper areas of the storeroom and gives the invoice statement to a superior to be filed.
Issues supplies to personnel on approved requisitions; fills out a store issue that states what item(s) was taken out of stock and the person to whom it was issued; and makes note of the remaining supply of the item(s).
Maintains inventory cards on all items received in the storeroom by recording the item received, the date received, the vendor, the invoice number, etc.
Assists in taking periodic inventory of goods in stock and checks items against the inventory cards and store issues to see what has been dispensed.
Places liquid and dry goods in smaller containers for fast dispensing.
Assembles, packs, and transports or arranges for transporting materials and goods that are not picked up; picks up goods ordered from companies that do not deliver.
Cleans storeroom area and keeps shelves and stock in orderly condition.
May do minor maintenance tasks in the area such as painting, repairs to shelves, etc.
May be responsible for security of the storeroom such as locking doors and windows at close of business day.
When Assigned to the Onondaga County Department of Health:
Participates in public health preparedness activities as trained and assigned.
Utilizes appropriate methods for interacting effectively and professionally with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial and ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, lifestyles and physical abilities.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Working knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures used in stocking, receiving, and dispensing a wide variety of supplies.
Ability to make simple arithmetic calculations.
Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to maintain written and numerical records accurately and completely.
Sufficient physical strength and agility to permit the lifting and moving of heavy objects.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year of work experience, or its part‑time equivalent, in receiving, storing or shipping store items.
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12-10-24 The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff Community Service Officer
Location: Onondaga County Justice Center, South State St., Syracuse, NY 13202
Salary: $38,660-$42,153
Hours of work: Variable, as it requires working shift, weekends and holidays
Official job description, including minimum qualifications, can be found on the Personnel page at www.ongov.net.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.
Name and address/email where applications/resumes should be directed:
Chief Maureen Murphy
407 South State Street
Syracuse, NY 13202
SH-HumanResources@ongov.net
DESCRIPTION
The Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a qualified candidate to join their team as a Deputy Sheriff Community Service Officer. This is a sworn security support position that facilitates the operation of the Onondaga County Justice Center. The employee will support Custody staff members in carrying out the operations of a maximum security holding facility. Although the position works within a secured setting, it is not required to perform as a Deputy Sheriff (Custody) in the maintaining of security of the facility. It will function in several support areas such as Justice Center, Civic Center and County Office Building lobby control, Booking and Records, Property Control and related support services. Successful candidates will be subject to a polygraph examination, a comprehensive background investigation and fingerprinting. The cost of
fingerprinting is $88.75, which the candidate will be responsible for.
Minimum Qualifications
Open Competitive: One (1) year of full-time work experience, or its part-time equivalent, which must have included face-to-face contact with customers or the public. PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT Successful candidate will be appointed provisionally and must take the corresponding Civil Service exam, scheduled for a later date, and place high enough on the list to qualify for permanent appointment.
Accepting applications until the position is filled.
Onondaga County is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
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