Location: New York,NY, USA
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.
Under direction of the Director of Field Operations, with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision making, the selected candidate will serve as Chief of Maintenance and Repair of Field Operations in the Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations. Oversee and direct managers in complex and difficult activities relating to the maintenance of watercourse and related structure and sewage drainage systems in the Boroughs of Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens. He/she shall also oversee and direct activities involved with emergency shutdowns of large water mains. Oversee Field Operations forces in the coordination of personnel, equipment and materials in relation to water main breaks, sewer breaks, major floods, hydrant alerts, water quality emergencies and any other emergency response situation. Directs, coordinates and organizes field operation forces to achieve reasonable response time in order to keep backlog to a minimum.
Oversees the investigation and correspondence preparation of all water-related and sewer related complaints and resolves or directs all complaints in a timely manner.
Develop procedures and enforce implementation of programs and policies. Will prepare and review Standard Operational Procedures and Guidances. Will conduct productivity analysis of related programs. Develop and implement operational efficiencies based on Agency and Bureau wise strategic initiatives as well as goals.
Serve as Borough Coordinator for Capital Vehicle Purchases; this includes administration of vehicle specifications, attending related meetings to review industry technology and to ensure the departments' best interests are at hand. Track and monitor the progress of service Capital Vehicles that are still under warranty. Shall administer contracts for equipment vehicles used to insure the maintenance of the bureau water and sewer system. Customarily perform managerial, administrative, and professional assignments of wide scope and complexity. Assures compliance with all Federal, State, City regulations. Compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety laws, Rules and regulations, policy standards and procedures.
* ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ENGINEER*
Minimum Qualifications
1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.
Preferred Skills
1) Expert knowledge of the operation of large municipal water systems. 2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. 3) Excellent knowledge of all government laws regarding water quality, water quantity and the operation of the city's reservoirs. 4) The ability to communicate and interface with various city, state, federal and local governments. 5) Excellent management skills including planning, coordination, problem solving, supervision and control. 6) Excellent verbal and writing skills.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.