SENIOR INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER 1029

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class researches, analyzes, recommends and develops procedures, processes and/or systems to improve government operations and efficiency. The incumbent serves as a liaison to the County Executive’s Performance Management Team regarding the administration of operations in County Departments. Work requires the application of industrial engineering skills and knowledge of data structures and organization and is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through conferences, presentations and progress reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Conducts industrial engineering studies to streamline government operations;

Identifies new performance opportunities and considers alternative organizational models;

Analyzes departments’ operations to identify issues with current policies, procedures and practices to establish context for improvement;

Provides guidance to department managers to create policies and procedures to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of government functions;

Evaluates data and organization charts provided by department managers to recommend modifications to work flow and offer solutions to reduce redundancy and improve efficiency;

Works closely with the Performance Management Team to support data gathering and monitor productivity.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of industrial engineering; thorough knowledge of the interpretation of organization models; thorough knowledge of performance appraisal, benchmarking and data-driven decision making; thorough knowledge of reengineering data structures and developing tools for measuring work; ability to secure cooperation and compliance for implementation of new policies and procedures designed to streamline organization methods; ability to plan and supervise the work of project team members; ability to present reports clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, the staff and the public; tact, judgment and impartiality; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, and six (6) years of experience in researching, analyzing and developing plans for improved operations and productivity.

PROMOTIOANL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as an Industrial Engineer.

01/08/14

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive