DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT OF HIGHWAYS 7327

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general direction, an employee in this class assists in the direction of the activities of a Town Highway department. These include, but are not limited to, road improvements, new road construction, drainage sumps and storm outfalls. The incumbent exercises general supervision over a number of highway foremen, and clerical workers and indirectly supervises all other department personnel. He is responsible for the optimum allocation and usage of all department vehicles and equipment. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Acts for the Superintendent of Highways in his absence and represents him at meetings and conferences;

Maintains roster and status records of all highway equipment by location, insures such equipment is in repair;

Makes on-site inspections of road conditions in connection with routine maintenance checks and public complaints;

Assists in the preparation of the budget, checks accuracy of bills for payment, reviews purchase requests;

Mediates labor disputes when necessary, reports findings to and consults with Superintendent;

Prepares reports and studies for the Superintendent as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the methods utilized in road building, and repair and maintenance of drainage systems; thorough knowledge of types and uses of public works equipment related to highway maintenance and construction; ability to plan, assign and supervise a large work force engaged in road building, repair, and related projects; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public; ability to prepare reports and express oneself orally and in writing; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

This position has been assigned to the exempt class, therefore no minimum qualifications have been established.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY