ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SEWER DISTRICT ACTIVATION 7672

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class assists in the development, implementation, and administration of programs relating to building connection activities in sewer districts and their operations. Supervision is exercised over consultant personnel, subordinate engineers and a support staff. Work is reviewed by the Director of Sewer District Activation or Principal Civil Engineer through conferences and written reports. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Supervises and coordinates the activities of County and consultant personnel engaged in implementing sewer district activation programs;

Ensures compliance with Sewer Use Regulations and established procedures;

Works with representatives of the Community Relations Program, community organizations, public officials and other agencies to achieve a cohesive and successful program;

Evaluates contractor qualifications;

Recommends procedures for the administration of the permit process;

Compiles information pertinent to the enforcement of sewer district programs;

Assists in the administration of programs to establish an efficient system within budgetary restrictions and in compliance with Federal, State and local regulations;

Acts as resident inspector for construction of sewage treatment facilities;

Provides technical expertise in review and evaluation of claims and suits against the County generated during the construction, activation and operations of the sewer districts;

May assist attorneys in taking depositions and testify in court.

Obtains Federal, State and local permits;

Ensures compliance with Federal, State and local permits and regulations;

Issues permits consistent with Sewer Use Regulations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of sewer system operations, including construction, operation and maintenance of sewer and related facilities, trenching, shoring, de-watering and related utilities; thorough knowledge of construction claim review and evaluation; thorough knowledge of local, State and Federal regulations applying to sewer district use, construction, operation and maintenance; good knowledge of record keeping and budgetary procedures; ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to communicate effectively with engineers, inspectors, contractors and community leaders; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; tact; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Sanitary Engineering and four (4) years of civil or sanitary engineering experience including two (2) years of administrative experience in the field of sewerage construction; or,

(b) Graduation from a senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and eight (8) years of civil or sanitary engineering experience including two (2) years of administrative experience in the field of sewerage construction.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as an Assistant Civil Engineer or Junior Civil Engineer.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Depending upon the assignment, at the time of appointment and during employment in this title, employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

R09/09/03

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

Review 7/23/2015