Deputy Engineer In Charge - Civil Engineer II

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); All (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vital public service organization dedicated to protecting the environment and public health. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team of engineers and technicians in reviewing site connection proposals, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing customer service. You will play a crucial role in managing engineering functions, conducting studies, and developing training materials. This position not only allows you to apply your civil engineering expertise but also to contribute to the sustainability and efficiency of the city's infrastructure. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Inclusive work environment

Diversity recruitment initiatives

Qualifications

• 4 years of civil engineering experience required.
• Must maintain New York State Professional Engineer’s License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and oversee engineering applications.
• Ensure compliance with DEP rules and regulations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Technical Writing

GIS Expertise

Database Understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

New York State Professional Engineer’s License

Tools

Microsoft Office

ARCGIS

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.

The Site Connection Unit is a unit within the Division of Engineering, Connection and Permitting that reviews engineering applications related to site connection and house connection proposals to ensure storm and sanitary discharge to the city sewers follows the latest rules and regulations and determines the potential impact on the New York City DEP and sewer systems. This unit ensures that all reviews/approvals conform to DEP rules, regulations and requirements and will not have adverse impacts on the city’s sewer and drainage system, conducting all reviews in accordance with established schedules. The Engineer in Charge of the Site Connection Unit is responsible for supervising 8-10 staff of varying expertise including mechanical and civil engineers as well as engineering technicians. Specific responsibilities of Deputy EIC include, but are not limited to:

1. Directing subordinates in the performance of work assignments. When advised of delays and backlogs, reassign staff when necessary to eliminate delays and complete reviews within the established period. Reduce the number of resubmissions and enhance customer service to both internal and external applicants.
2. Ensuring that all information contained in the response letter to the filing consultants is accurate and comprehensive as prepared by staff reviewers. Direct subordinates during reviews in exploration and consideration of all options for solutions.
3. Advising supervisors/managers on all matters involving section personnel and performance and identifying obstacles and hindrances toward achieving performance goals. Recommend courses of action toward elimination of obstacles hindering overall performance.
4. Reporting on any project delays, staffing issues, backlogs, and developing alternative solutions.
5. Developing training and guidance manuals for internal staff as well as the public requesting documents.
6. Engaging in studies, investigations, or examinations related to the engineering functions or activities of the department, including the connection & permitting.
7. Working with staff in developing staffing plans, workload evaluations, team metrics, and trends.
8. Reviewing all necessary information and statistics in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and yearly metrics and other city council reports, as required.
9. Conducting 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.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and (2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required above.

Special Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Preferred Skills

- A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited university.

- Candidates must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in civil engineering work.

- Experience using Microsoft Office, ARCGIS, and understanding of databases.

- Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

- Excellent communication skills both written and oral.

- A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer is required.

- Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York is required.

- Experience using advanced functions of GIS and Microsoft Office, specifically advanced level of expertise in Excel.

- Willingness to interact with other units, divisions, and bureaus within DEP as well as other governmental agencies and private applicants in a professional and timely manner.

- Ability to learn quickly a new scope of review to adapt to a wide variety of projects.

- Highly professional ability at electronic and telephone communication.

- High competency with technical writing.

- Ability to work with moderate supervision.

- Willingness to improve existing systems and processes where the existing structure may be deficient.

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.

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.