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DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES III PR

1. FACILITIES MANAGEMENT-These questions test for knowledge of the methods and materials used in the construction, alteration, maintenance, and repair of physical plant facilities. This may include principles and practices involved in managing a building maintenance and energy conservation program; ability to read and understand typical building plans, layouts, and technical specifications; ability to calculate accurate estimates of material and labor costs; knowledge of typical contract documents; ability to oversee construction contracts and to manage contract compliance; establishing and maintaining accident prevention and safety programs; and principles and practices used by administrators when participating in the budget process. Questions may cover such areas as building structural elements; electrical and mechanical systems; proper building maintenance techniques, including determining the need for and scheduling repairs; and energy conservation practices, including optimal heating plant and cooling system operation. 

2. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION-These questions test for knowledge of the principles and practices involved in directing the activities of a large subordinate staff, including subordinate supervisors. Questions relate to the personal interactions between an upper level supervisor and their subordinate supervisors in the accomplishment of objectives. These questions cover such areas as assigning work to and coordinating the activities of several units, establishing and guiding staff development programs, evaluating the performance of subordinate supervisors, and maintaining relationships with other organizational sections. 

3. ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNIQUES AND PRACTICES-These questions test for a knowledge of management techniques and practices used in directing or assisting in directing a program component or an organizational segment. Questions cover such areas as interpreting policies, making decisions based on the context of the position in the organization, coordinating programs or projects, communicating with employees or the public, planning employee training, and researching and evaluating areas of concern.

A Guide for the Written Test for Director of Facilities 01 is available at the New York State website: https://www.cs.ny.gov/testing/testguides.cfm. Candidates not having access to a computer or the internet may request copy of the test guide from the municipal civil service office conducting this examination using the contact information found elsewhere on this announcement.

USE OF CALCULATORS IS ALLOWED