Christopher Jay Moss

Email: [email protected]
Location: Elmira, NY 14901

Professional Summary

Results-driven and seasoned professional with a rich background in overseeing a diverse array of departments and ensuring seamless service delivery to county residents. Known for maintaining prudent financial management, strategic tax policy, and fostering economic growth. Adept at public safety leadership, justice reform, and stakeholder collaboration.

Areas of Expertise

  • Government Operations Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Financial Oversight
  • Community Development
  • Criminal Justice & Management
  • Public Safety & Security
  • Program & Team Leadership
  • Economic Growth Strategies

Key Accomplishments

  • Led Chemung County’s comprehensive accreditation process through NYS DCJS and Sheriff’s Association.
  • Republican/Conservative nominee for NYS Lieutenant Governor (2014).
  • Achieved NYS Jail Accreditation – one of ~20 NY Sheriffs with this recognition.
  • Secured Law Enforcement Division Accreditation through DCJS.

Career Experience

County Executive – Chemung County Executive’s Office
Elmira, NY | 2019 – Present
– Oversee major departments including Public Works, Airport, Sewer District, DSS, and Buildings & Grounds.
– Managed a $300M annual operating budget with fiscal accountability.
– Reduced property taxes and advanced economic development in the Southern Tier.

Sheriff – Chemung County Sheriff’s Office
Elmira, NY | 2006 – 2019
– Directed 150 employees and a $12M budget across 4 divisions.
– Oversaw a 264-bed correctional facility serving 91,000 residents.
– Pioneered programs on meth awareness, senior safety, and retail crime prevention.

Previous Law Enforcement Roles:
Lieutenant, Patrol Division
Investigator/Sergeant, Criminal Division
Investigator, Criminal Investigations
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol
Special Deputy
Security Officer, Corning Hospital

Education

  • M.S., Public Administration – Marist College
  • B.S., Community & Human Services (Criminal Justice) – SUNY Empire State College
  • Associate, Criminal Justice – Corning Community College
  • FBI National Academy, 200th Session – Quantico, VA
  • Basic Police Certification – Southern Tier Law Enforcement Academy

Awards & Recognition

  • Edmond C. Wilkins Award for Professionalism (2003)
  • Laverne W. Knowlden Law Enforcement Officer of the Year (1994)
  • Meritorious Achievement Awards (1993, 2003)
  • STOP-DWI Officer of the Year (1991–1993)
  • Honorable Service Awards (1991, 2003, 2004)
  • Co-authored DHS Counter-Terrorism Grant
  • Founded Neighborhood Watch Program, Town of Ashland

Professional Training

  • Executive Development Seminar
  • Counter-Terrorism Intelligence Officer Awareness
  • Instructor Development Courses (1998, 2004)
  • Crime Scene Investigation & Computer Crime Tools
  • Domestic Violence, Interrogation, Death Investigations
  • K-9 Handling, Drug Interdiction, Fire Behavior, Hazardous Materials Response

Civic & Board Involvement

  • Board Member, Arctic League (2004–Present)
  • Chemung County Family Services (2006–2012)
  • NYS Sheriffs Association Executive Board (2007–2018)
  • President, Chemung County Deputy Sheriff’s Association (1995–2000)
  • Advisory Board, Salvation Army (1999–2003)
  • Member, NYS Association of Counties (2019–Present)
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