PUBLIC WORKS SPECIAL PROJECTS SUPERVISOR                                        0752

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general direction, an employee in this class oversees the development, implementation and administration of special projects within the Department of Public Works.  The incumbent must be able to address widely diversified projects and is expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative. Work is reviewed by administrative supervisors through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in the development and implementation of special projects that directly affect the Department of Public Works or a division thereof;

            Oversees special project functions within a division and makes recommendations related to these areas to insure the effectiveness and efficiency of those operations;

            Analyzes the effectiveness of various projects and makes revisions as necessary to increase efficiency, effectiveness and responsiveness;

Reviews departmental programs and policies to assess their effectiveness for determining programmatic and policy alternatives;

            Works closely with the Executive and Legislative branches of government of various municipalities to allow the department’s programs and policies to be clearly understood and carried out as intended;

            Oversees consultant personnel and resources employed for projects.

           

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques utilized in planning and implementing special assignments; thorough knowledge of the administrative structure underlying large—scale programs and facilities; thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of construction contract administration; ability to establish and maintain satisfactory relationships with labor representatives, government officials, regulators and the general public; ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.             

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

            OPEN COMPETITIVE

 

(a) Graduation from a New York State or regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and eight (8) years of administrative experience in public works projects; or

 

(b) Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and twelve (12) years of administrative experience in public works projects; or

 

(C) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).

 

 

06/14/00

Suffolk County

Competitive

RR1/28/03