WATER DISTRICT COORDINATOR 7459

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for the securing of all relevant information concerning the planned, proposed and legislated policy, administrative rules, regulations and laws impacting upon the current and future services of a Water District. The incumbent coordinates activities, current and proposed, between the Water District and associated agencies. The work is performed independently and reviewed through conferences and written reports. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Represents the Water District at public hearings of State, County and Local authorities relative to issues impacting upon the supply and delivery of water to users;

Researches and proposes positions on behalf of the Water District relative to proposed rules, regulations, policies, procedures and legislation impacting the operation of the Water District;

Writes grant applications for subsidy funding and research projects undertaken by the Water District;

Monitors and presents data concerning known and anticipated hazardous Water District sites of Supply;

Maintains cost relationships between the supply and delivery of water;

Establishes appropriate rate proposals;

Establishes and maintains a liaison relationship between the Water District and all interfacing agencies, authorities, vendors and other districts both locally and domestically.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of public administration policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of water district operations and administration; ability to establish and maintain good relationships; ability to analyze statistical information; ability to compile and prepare clear and accurate reports; ability to coordinate, communicate and interface with legislative agencies and authorities exercising control and co-relationships with a Water District; ability to communicate effectively, 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 a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Environmental Science, Political Science or a closely allied field and four (4) years experience in the operation or office management of a water district; or,

b) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and eight (8) years experience in the operation or office management of a water district; or,

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

R04/05/89

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/23/03