Deputy Commissioner of Public Works

*This is position is an exempt position and does not require a Civil Service examination.

Under the general supervision of the Commissioner of Public Works, the incumbent assists in organizing, coordinating, planning and directing the operations of several bureaus comprising the
Town of Greenburgh Public Works Department including but not limited to the Consolidated Water District, Sanitation, Highway, Building Maintenance, Radio Communication, Engineering and Equipment Repair.

The incumbent in this position functions as the on-site public works administrator, determining manpower levels, resources allocation, work priorities and providing technical expertise in the application of public works practices and worker safety issues. Work is
reviewed through conferences with the Commissioner. The incumbent conforms to policies established by the Commissioner and the Town governing body. Supervision is exercised over
division heads and skilled and non-skilled public works employees assigned to perform the various activities of the municipal Public Works department. The Deputy Commissioner acts for
and on behalf of the Commissioner of Public Works in their absence. Does related work as required.

Job Group: Management Annual Salary: $160,000 – $170,000 DOE

In addition to a competitive salary, our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), deferred compensation,
13.5 paid holidays, 1 sick day a month (unlimited sick accruals), 4 weeks’ vacation (annually) and membership in the New York State Retirement System.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to personnel@greenburghny.com. Important: Indicate Deputy Commissioner of Public Works in the subject line of your e-mail.

Description/Examples of Work (Illustrative Only):
 Inspects, directs and reviews field operations and activists of the various Bureaus within the Department of Public Works to insure work is completed efficiently and in
accordance with standard operation and safety procedures.
 Assists the Commissioner in preparation of the Annual operational and capital budgets for the department.
 Receives, investigates, and replies to correspondence received by the Town Supervisor; Town Council and residents. Troubleshoots problems that arise in the field i.e. tree
removal, street openings, emergency response – trees down, snow removal, water main breaks, etc. . .
 With the Commissioner, assists in the personnel administration for the department. Reviews time sheets, organized and approves overtime (in accordance with labor
contracts), verifies payroll and approves vacation/leave requests. Assists with the administration of labor contracts including staff promotions, disciplinary measures and
helps settle disputes with Unions.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:
Working knowledge of the modern principles and practices of administration as applied to the design construction and maintenance of highways, sewers, and other public works facilities.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of management and administration as applied to the development and oversight of municipal public works. Ability to organize, direct and coordinate
varied and numerous public works department projects, supervising a variety of technical, skilled and unskilled field and office employees engaged in public works activities. Able to express
ideas on technical subjects clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

(a) Graduation from High school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and nine

(9) years of supervisory experience in public works construction and/or maintenance works which must have included equipment and materials management, control of budgets, or
project cost estimating.

(b) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Civil Technology, Mechanical Technology or a closely related field and four (4) years of supervisory experience as
described in (a).

(c) Master Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Civil Technology, Mechanical
Technology or a closely related field and three (3) years of supervisory experience as
described in (a).