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JOB VACANCY: Road Maintenance Leaders - (3) Three positions (Permanent/Provisional, Benefited, Non-Competitive, Full-Time)

LOCATION: Department of Public Works (Northern Tier - Quarryville, Southern Tier - Highland, Garage)

SALARY: $17.24 Per Hour / Grade DPW 6

FILL DATE: 08/04/2010

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for leading and participating in tasks related to construction, maintenance and repair of highways and roads. Work is carried out in accordance with established procedures and involves leading and participating in a crew engaged in highway-related equipment operation and manual work. The class differs from that of Working Supervisor in that in a town or village the Working Supervisor oversees and participates in the overall work of the Highway or Public Works Department whereas the Road Maintenance Leader has less responsibility, leading and participating in the work of a crew. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher level employee. Supervision is exercised over the work of subordinates. Does related work as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of safety procedures; working knowledge of modern road construction, maintenance and repair practices; working knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials used in road construction and maintenance work; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to read and work from rough sketches or blueprints; ability to keep simple records and make work reports; dependability; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two (2) years of experience in the construction and maintenance of roads.

Special Requirement: Possession of a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Operator's license appropriate for the equipment being operated.

Special Note: In accordance with Federal Highway Administration (HWA) 49CFR382, all prospective employees will undergo drug/alcohol testing prior to appointment and will undergo random drug/alcohol testing during the course of employment.

Special Requirement for Positions in Ulster County Department of Public Works: Candidates for employment in this position, on an open-competitive basis, must possess a valid NYS Class B (CDL) License with “X” endorsement, at time of appointment.

Candidates for employment in this position, on a promotional basis, must be eligible for NYS Class B (CDL) License with “X” endorsement, at time of appointment, and must possess such license by the end of their probationary term.

Special Requirement for appointment to Ulster County positions: In accordance with Ulster County Legislative Local Law Number 14 of 2007 or by other State and Federal Statutes, candidates for employment to all Ulster County positions must obtain clearance for appointment from the Department of Criminal Justice System or other mandated Federal and State regulatory authority based upon fingerprinting and a criminal history background check. This position will require a criminal background check and a candidate will be required to complete and sign a Criminal Background Investigation Release Form. Upon a conditional employment offer, a candidate will be required to be fingerprinted accordingly.

CONTACT: For further information on this position, please contact:

David Sheeley, Commissioner of Dept. of Public Works, 315 Shamrock Lane, Kingston, NY 12401-2810

If college or university education is indicated; transcripts are required and should be attached to all applications received. A candidate lacking the required transcripts will receive a conditional approval pending the receipt of transcripts.

*Please note that all Civil Service Laws and Rules apply.

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