The traditional view of the consigliere is a semi-retired, older member of the family, who acts as an adviser and weighs in when required.
However, in recent years the role has become more hands-on. For example, Bobby Vernace, Tom Farese, Jo Jo Corozzo, Joe Carisi, Joel Cacace, Ralph Lombardo, Anthony Graziano, Anthony Rabito, George Borgesi, Steve Vitabile, etc. have all been involved in running direct operations through the family.
^ This sums it up.
I will add that, as a member of the administration, the consigliere is traditionally entitled to tribute just as the boss and underboss are.
