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NASSAU COUNTYTitle:DIRECTOR OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS
TOWNSCode:080276 GDQ
CLASS SPECIFICATIONPage:1 of 2

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Plans, develops, coordinates, and directs programs and services for senior citizens; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES
Under general direction, the duties require the use of judgment in directing program activities and services for senior citizens, including research, planning, policy making, and public relations. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate employees.

TYPICAL DUTIES
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Plans, organizes, promotes, and directs programs designed to meet the needs of older people.
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Administers such functions as budgeting, finance, personnel and purchasing.
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Coordinates services with other community agencies.
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Contacts public officials and community leaders in order to obtain their cooperation, and to encourage them to take action in setting up programs for senior citizens.
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Provides counseling and referral services for senior citizens.
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Makes recommendations to appropriate authorities concerning policy changes.
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Conducts training programs for staff and volunteer workers.
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Conducts and attends conferences, workshops, and seminars concerned with problems of senior citizens.
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Prepares, or supervises the preparation and distribution of reports, press releases, and related materials.
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Remains informed about new ideas, trends, and developments in geriatrics and related fields.
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Gathers data or information for department use, as required.

*ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1.Thorough knowledge of characteristics, needs, concerns, and interests of senior citizens.
2.Thorough knowledge of community agencies, facilities, and services which can be utilized to aid senior citizens.
3.Considerable knowledge of administrative principles and practices, and of their effective application to a community group.
4.Knowledge of the Social Security Act and other laws related to senior citizens.
5.Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing.
6.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
7.Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of subordinates.
8.Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.


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TOWNSTitle:DIRECTOR OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS
Code:080276 GDQ
Page:2 of 2


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university, with a major in gerontology or a social science
and
Three years of satisfactory experience in gerontology or social work.

NOTE:A Master's degree in gerontology from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university may be substituted for one year of the require experience.


6/2/75
228/96
Revised 4/16/96
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