SANITATION INSPECTION SUPERVISOR                                                   7395

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

The employee in this class is responsible for the supervision of Sanitation Inspectors and Senior Sanitation Inspectors. Work is performed in accordance with local codes and ordinances and is reviewed directly by the Commissioner and/or Division Director through frequent inspections, conferences and written reports.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

            Supervises Sanitation Inspectors and Senior Sanitation Inspectors;

            Responsible for field inspections to determine compliance with refuse codes and regulations;

            Assigns inspections to staff and may perform non-routine inspections personally;

            Supervises the inspection of refuse collection performed by private compa­nies under contract with the jurisdiction;

            Evaluates contractual agreements with aforementioned parties and assists in the formulation of such agreements;

            Prepares specialized reports pursuant to said functions for submission to Division Director;

            Recommends action(s) to correct violations which have been identified;

            Makes follow-ups on known violation(s) to ensure compliance with local refuse codes;

            May assist the Division Director in the need for and in the requisition of specialized equipment;

            Acts as liaison between Sanitation Inspection staff and management staff in the Division to ensure coordination of effort;

            May act as a representative of the Division's management with residents, concerned parties, and/or other departmental officials in their absence.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques utilized in the modern sanitation collection and disposal operations; thorough knowledge of the local laws, codes and ordinances governing the collection and disposal of refuse; thorough knowledge of effective supervisory techniques; ability to delegate authority and to plan and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads and the general public; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

            OPEN COMPETITIVE

            Either:

            (a) Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, and three (3) years of experience in inspection or investigation relating to sanitation or established codes or regulations, two (2) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or,

            (b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma recognized by the New York State Department of Education, and five (5) years of experience in inspection or investigation relating to sanitation or established codes or regulations, two (2) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or,

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

 

            PROMOTIONAL

            Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Senior Sanitation Inspector.

 

R 06/29/10

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive