Conservation Operations Supervisor 3 - NY HELPS

Duties

Incumbent will be responsible for the supervision and management of Operations field staff and vehicle maintenance centers in Jefferson and Lewis Counties, making certain that the state assets are properly maintained and developed for safe use by the public and employees.

Responsible for the enforcement of agency policies and rules, monitoring health and safety compliance, conformance to OSHA and PESH, NYS fire codes, Right-to-Know, maintenance of the Hazardous Communication Plan, and regulatory checklists.

Responsible for budget preparation, oversee and prepare purchase requisitions, prepare written reports, record keeping, and other administrative duties necessary for efficient management of the Operations unit. This includes managing dedicated accounts associated with R&I, Capital Projects, Recreation, Equipment Management, EPF, and NY Works projects. Responsible for contracts associated with major construction projects, contract development, and contract execution, including job order contracts; assure work is done as specified and MWBE participation.

Responsible for completing construction cost estimates, evaluating project alternatives, and determining the return on investment for specified expenditures. Incumbent will be the designated AED Coordinator for the Region and responsible for coordinating AED/CPR/First Aid training for the Region as well as Chainsaw Training.

Incumbent will track and code expenditures for the working circle in a fiscally responsible manner working within budgetary constraints. Will be responsible for completing special assignments delegated by the Regional Operations Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:
• Promotional: You must be a qualified employee of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and have had one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as follows: Conservation Operations Supervisor 2, Assistant Superintendent of Construction, Assistant Engineer (Civil), or Senior Superintendent of Construction.
• OR Open Competitive: Either 1. four years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or construction; two years of which must have been in budgeting, supervising, planning, assigning work, evaluating employees, and contract preparation and oversight;
• Or 2. three years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or construction; two years of which must have been in budgeting, supervising, planning, assigning work, evaluating employees, and contract preparation and oversight, AND an associate's or higher level degree in civil engineering technology, construction technology, construction engineering technology, electrical technology, electrical engineering technology, engineering technology, industrial technology, industrial engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, or mechanical technology.

Additional Comments

• Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
• Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
• Must be able to work in remote areas.
• Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• Overnight travel may be required.
• Weekends and holidays may be required.
• Must be available for emergency response.
• Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.

Benefits

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...