Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, or closely related field
10 years of law enforcement experience
3 years of supervisory experience as Captain or higher
Experience managing a workforce of 150+ police officers
Experience in budget development and minority recruitment
Knowledge of collective bargaining and labor relations
Experience in criminal investigations and road patrol supervision
Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations of various sheriff's office divisions
Supervise chief deputies and bureau heads
Respond to emergency situations during all shifts
Manage departmental budgets and personnel matters
Implement recruitment and training initiatives
Investigate complaints and conduct officer evaluations
Coordinate activities between divisions for operational efficiency
Benefits
General supervision from the Sheriff
Opportunity to shape law enforcement operations
Involvement in critical decision-making processes
Potential for professional growth in a leadership role
Engagement with community and departmental initiatives
Full Job Description
Location: Rochester, NY
Title: Undersheriff
Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: $130,926 - $165,686 annually
Agency/Dept.: Sheriff's Office
Description of Duties
This position is responsible for the overall administration of the daily operations of the divisions within all bureaus of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office which include the Police Bureau, Jail Bureau, Civil Bureau and Court Security. The Undersheriff receives general supervision from the Sheriff and provides general supervision to the Chief Deputy Sheriff, Jail Superintendent, Deputy Sheriff Supervisor (Civil), Court Security Supervisor and division Majors. Must be available during all shifts to respond to emergency situations. The Undersheriff serves at the pleasure of the Sheriff.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science or closely related field plus ten (10) years of law enforcement experience that includes a minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory capacity as a Civil Service Captain or higher within a New York law enforcement agency. The required experience must include managing the daily activities of a police officer work force of not less than 150. Candidates must have experience in developing budgets, minority recruitment, collective bargaining, labor relations, investigating complaints against personnel, evaluating performance, counseling and discipline of police officers in a department of at least 500 sworn officers. Must have a background which includes experience and supervision in the area of communications, criminal investigations, road patrol and road patrol supervision.
