Director, Electrical Inspections

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must be serving permanently in the title of Administrative Inspector (Electrical), or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Administrative Inspector (Electrical) Exam # 2071 or be eligible under the 55a program.

The Traffic Operations Division oversees over 13,800 signalized intersections, and more than 350,000 streetlights, and manages New York City’s Traffic Management Center, Automated Enforcement programs, and Metered Parking Operations. The Division of Traffic Operations seeks to hire an Administrative Inspector (Electrical) M3 to serve as the Director of Electrical Inspections, who will report to the Associate Deputy Commissioner. The Director will oversee the Electrical Inspections Unit, which consists of Administrative Inspectors and Electrical Inspectors who inspect the work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with NYCDOT specifications and standards for the installation and maintenance of illuminated traffic control devices, streetlights, and other electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will manage the maintenance and construction of all Traffic Signal and Street Light systems installed in the city, including monitoring surveys of hundreds of intersections and thousands of street lights. Manage contractors installing, modifying, and maintaining traffic signals and street lighting equipment; manage the inventory of contractors, ensuring that approved materials are used on projects. Prepare change orders detailing modifications and/or substantial changes to existing contracts and projects. The Director will direct the review of contractors’ progress reports and inspectors’ field reports, assess street conditions, schedule and run periodic meetings with contractors, and establish priorities for inspectors to go out and complete work according to department specifications. Responsible for planning the manpower and equipment usage of contractors in times of emergencies. The Director will coordinate with Con Edison to verify on-street hardware, Con Edison service points, phasing, timing, and proposed installations. Monitor and oversee the use of city equipment, as well as coordinate and inspect the attachments of authorized users of equipment under the authority of NYCDOT. Direct and assign staff to inspect the installations of holiday and festival lighting attached to City equipment. Review and monitor reports regarding compliance with department specifications; sign off on all payments upon certifying the completion and acceptance of work performed; review correspondence prepared for the Director’s signature. Manage and monitor the response to complaints from civilians, commissioners, elected officials, and other sources by directing staff to perform inspections/investigations. Communicate with other municipalities on the performance and/or integration of new technologies. Manage and monitor the training of newly hired personnel. Attend EBTs on behalf of the Electrical Inspections Unit. Coordinate with other units as necessary and perform other related tasks assigned.



License Requirement:
1. Preference will be given to candidate who possess a motor vehicle driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license may be required for certain assignments. This license must be
maintained for the duration of the assignment.
2. For certain assignments, candidate must qualify for appointment as Special Patrolman. This status must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the JOB ID #: 710031
Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID #: 710031
No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.
Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
Most public libraries have computers available for use.
Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.

Hours/Shift: 35 Hrs./Shift TBD



Work Location: 34-02 Queens Blvd LIC, NY 11101

ADMINISTRATIVE INSPECTOR (ELEC - 10077

Minimum Qualifications

1. Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician, designer, or inspector of electrical installations for light, heat and/or power distribution, traffic signals, fire alarm detection or communication systems, at least eighteen months of which must have been in a managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity; or

2. Five years of experience as described in “1” above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity and one of the following: (a) 60 credits towards a degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an accredited college or university; or (b) Two years of full-time training in an acceptable electrical program in an accredited technical school; or

3. Completion of an apprentice program, at least three years in length, in the electrical trade or electrical inspection, and either: (a) four years of experience as described in “1” above, or (b) two years of experience as described in “1” above plus either 60 credits or two years of education as described in”2” above.

4. A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law, and at least two years of experience as described in “1” above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity; or

5. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “2,” or “3” above. All candidates must have at least two years of experience as described in “1” above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity.

Preferred Skills

- Specific knowledge of electrical construction and specifications related to all illuminated traffic control and street lighting devices within NYC. - Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office - Strong organizational skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects and meet restrictive deadlines.

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.

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