Overview
The Local Government Specialist 2 (LGS 2) duties in the Division of Local Government will include but not be limited to the following:
The Local Government Specialist 2 oversees staff for the preparation and conduct of training in land use planning, regulation, procedure, and general local governance for New York State county, municipal, regional, and statewide organizations.
Technical Assistance: The LGS 2 assists with the fielding of assignments to respond to requests for technical assistance from municipal officials, staff, and the general public, supervising and supporting staff with their responses, and responding directly to local officials, as well.
Publications/Presentations: The LGS 2 oversees and participates in the drafting and revision of support materials and publications for training local officials and staff on statutes and techniques, law and regulatory administration pertaining to land use planning and general local governance; and participates in the management and design of the Division’s website.
Intra and Inter-Agency Cooperation: The LGS 2 maintains and oversees effective working relationships and communication channels for the staff of the Training program and other Division of Local Government programs with other divisions within the Department; among state, regional and local officials; and with municipal membership associations and professional organizations involved in economic development and land use planning and regulation.
Grant Review and Administration: The LGS 2 coordinates the review of grant applications by Training staff and administration of them, as needed.
As these positions involve occasional travel and evening hours, you must possess a valid driver’ s license and access to a motor vehicle or otherwise demonstrate your capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job. Travel expenses will be reimbursed on a fixed schedule.
https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyDetailsView.cfm?id=212607
