ADMIN. ENGINEER M-II - CHIEF OF REVIEW AND PERMITTING

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; All (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief of Review and Permitting to lead the engineering division. This role focuses on managing water and sewer permitting processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in engineering, particularly in water and sewer hydraulics, along with strong leadership skills. Join a dedicated team committed to improving public health and environmental protection through innovative engineering solutions. If you are passionate about making a difference in urban infrastructure, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in engineering with 2+ years in a managerial role.
• Valid NY State Professional Engineer license is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Review and Permitting units for water and sewer.
• Develop training manuals and oversee daily operations.

Skills

Water and Sewer Hydraulics

Regulatory Knowledge

Project Management

Technical Communication

Education

New York State License as a Professional Engineer

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

GIS

Job description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the city.

New York City has approximately 140,000 catch basins, 114,000 hydrants, 90,000 valves, 14 gatehouses, 3 reservoirs, 68 groundwater wells, a 100-million-gallon underground storage tank and 7,000 miles each of both sanitary sewers and water mains. The responsibility of maintaining these vast networks falls under the Department of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations (BWSO).

The primary responsibilities of the Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations are: the operation, maintenance and protection of the City’s drinking water and wastewater collection (sewer) systems; the protection of adjacent waterways; and the development and protection of the Department’s Capital Water and Sewer Design Program. The Bureau also approves and inspects water and sewer connections performed by licensed plumbers and/or authorized contractors.

The Bureau of Water & Sewer Operations seeks to hire a Chief of Review and Permitting within the Division of Engineering, Connections and Permitting. The Review and Permitting unit are divided into two main sections: Water and Sewer Permitting unit and the Sewer Connection Review unit. The Chief is responsible for managing these units while focusing on making improvements to review and permitting processes and trying to find ways to decrease turnaround times and reduce the number of resubmissions.

Specific duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Provide guidance on policy, proposed rules and identify any gaps or common errors. Proactively track and develop new rules and regulations and stay relevant with existing and proposed state and federal requirements as well as other associations (WEF and AWWA for example).
2. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of regulations and policies. Regulations are understood and communicated to staff, and applicants as needed. Technical conflicts are resolved immediately to minimize potential impacts on program reporting.
3. Project the number and types of staff needed by the work unit and use various personnel management system components (e.g. recruitment, selection, promotion, performance appraisal) in managing the unit. Report out on any project delays, staffing issues, backlogs and develop alternative solutions.
4. Develop training and guidance manuals for internal staff as well as public facing documents.
5. Engage in studies, investigations or examinations related to the engineering functions or activities of the department, including the connection & permitting.
6. Actively supervise and administer for the daily operations in Permitting including engineers, technicians, and clerical/administrative personnel.
7. Review all necessary information and statistics in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and yearly metrics and other city council reports, as required.
8. Conduct meetings with Professional Engineers, Registered Architects, Licensed Plumbers, Contractors, Industry, other City Agencies, other Bureaus within DEP, and Bureau personnel regarding issues and questions on plan design and processing.
9. Responsible for ensuring staff have adequate supplies, equipment, and facilities; overseeing procurement/contracting activities; and/or overseeing logistical operations.

ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE ENGINEER TO BE CONSIDERED

Minimum Qualifications

1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.

Preferred Skills

• At least 10 years' experience in water and sewer hydraulics.
• Knowledge of various databases, Excel, etc.
• Understanding and experience with GIS.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.