ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF BUILDINGS, OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE 7511

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class assists the Director of Buildings, Operations, and Maintenance in directing the operations, maintenance, custodial services and repairs of Suffolk County buildings. Supervision is exercised over all operations and maintenance personnel, custodial and security staff, directly or through subordinate supervisory personnel. Work is reviewed by the Director of Buildings, Operations, and Maintenance through conferences and written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assures that utility and building systems are operated in accordance with their design intent and manufacturers recommendations;

Assists in the management of highly technical and specialized facilities with central heating plants, central air conditioning systems, fuel storage, primary and secondary electrical distribution systems and other utilities;

Assists, through the complex managers, a recurring maintenance program which includes such actions as instrument calibration, equipment maintenance, corrosion prevention, seasonal requirements, utility plant maintenance, etc.;

Assists in the development of budget requests for the Division and controls all program expenditures;

Manages multiple priorities and insures that manpower, supplies and equipment resources are effectively and efficiently utilized;

Assists in the preparation and review of Operations and Maintenance related portion of bid packages, including plans, specifications and cost estimates;

Assists in the initiation of Capital improvements as related to all existing County buildings;

Monitors and approves requests for materials to be used by complex and shop personnel in accomplishing repair and maintenance duties;

Assists in the resolution of complaints received in the Division;

In the absence of the Director of Buildings, Operations, and Maintenance, the incumbent acts for, and in place of the Director.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the methods, equipment and materials required to operate and maintain building systems including high pressure heating and air conditioning plants, lighting systems, electrical generating and distribution systems; thorough knowledge of construction and repair techniques and safety procedures including the use, handling and disposal of chemicals used as solvents or for water treatment; thorough knowledge of effective supervisory and management techniques; thorough knowledge of asbestos hazard management, clean-up and abatement procedures; ability to plan and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to express oneself clearly concisely both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with a Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of experience in buildings operation and maintenance of which three (3) years must have been in the supervision of the operation and maintenance of a number of buildings; or,

b) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by New York State with an Associate's Degree and seven (7) years of experience in buildings operation and maintenance of which three (3) years must have been in the supervision of the operation and maintenance of a number of buildings; or,

c) Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and nine (9) years of experience in buildings operation and maintenance, three (3) years of which must have been in the supervision of the operation and maintenance of a number of buildings; or

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

PROMOTIONAL

One (1) year of permanent competitive status as a Buildings Superintendent; or

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Building Maintenance Manager; or

Three (3) years of permanent competitive status as a Building Maintenance Supervisor.

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SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive