Deputy Director

City of New York • New York, NY

10h

About The Position

The Department of Special Repair Projects provides essential and specialized services that support the maintenance and operation of NYCHA’s developments. The department is responsible for managing the Common Area Painting Program, vacant unit preparation floor restoration initiative, Playgrounds Inspection and repairs, paint deficiency corrections in community spaces, restoration of units and common area related to a fire event, as well as other special initiatives as needed. Reporting to the Director, and an integral member of the team, the responsibilities of the Deputy Director include, but are not limited to the following:

Requirements

• A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus eight years of supervisory experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of large tenanted buildings; four years of which must have been in responsible charge of properties having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees and at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative capacity; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least four years of experience in responsible charge of properties having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees, at least 18 months of which must have in an administrative capacity.
• Employees serving in the title of or who meet the qualification requirements for Administrative Supervisor of Building Maintenance, M-3 will also be considered.
• Candidates with permanent civil service status in the titles of Administrative Project Manager or Administrative Construction Project Manager will also be considered.
• Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have permanent civil service status in the title of Administrative Housing Superintendent to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Director at meetings and events.
• Establish and monitor project timelines/activities for corrective work.
• Monitor and review all areas of Special Repair Projects to ensure compliance with Housing Authority policies.
• Compile and analyze various reports for review by the Director.
• Monitor contract budgets and capacity; ensure timely request for replacement contracts.
• Oversee field operations, contractor work activities/compliance and conduct inspections.
• Provide training and guidance to supervisory staff; review statistical reports; make recommendations for improving operations.
• Initiate meetings with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and other agencies; create detailed written correspondence.
• Establish and maintain performance parameters for each unit.
• Manage and monitor vendor contracts including NYCHA’s privately managed developments.
• Supervise and oversee office and field staff.
• Diagnose problems, evaluate and develop alternative courses of action with objectives and time frames. Recommend an effective solution with documentation of analysis and results.
• Analyze complex data and make recommendations for improvement.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for construction, contracts and assist in forecasting operating and capital expenditures.

Benefits

• NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED