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Port Engineer

NYC Department of Social Services
Staten Island, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025
JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction, provides Port Office staffing and maintains Port Office operations.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL TASKS:

Reporting directly to the Senior Port Engineer, or in his/her absence, the Senior Port Captain, provides leadership for Chief Marine Engineers; coordinates effective ferry operation, maintenance, and repairs with the Chief Marine Engineers, the Deputy Director of Ferry Maintenance, the Port Captain(s), and other personnel; verifies and assists with implementation of management system procedures and ensures regulatory requirements are properly observed by ferry personnel; provides assistance with Maintenance & Repair System (MRS) implementation; maintains familiarity with Critical Equipment and participates in meetings to develop and implement the maintenance and repair plan of the day; assists with processing of repair requests as necessary; assists in the performance of condition inspections; assists with the preparation of Shipyard Specifications; coordinates classification society surveys; ensures safe working practices are adhered to when performing maintenance and repair tasks onboard, and participates in operations meetings to determine operational requirements and daily schedules; assists with coordination between Dock Office and Fuel Facility; and assist with preparations, attendance, and corrective action resulting from USCG inspections and/or SMS audits.

Assist with research and collating of information, managing schedules and projects, and submitting and monitoring purchase orders; drafting, developing, and monitoring Requests for Proposal/Bids, memos, and procedures as required.

Perform additional duties as directed by the Senior Port Engineer, the Senior Port Captain, and the Director of Ferry Operations.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

  • Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Ability to obtain a FDNY Certificate of Fitness: Supervision of Bulk Oil Plants (P-13) within three months of appointment.

DRUG TESTING REQUIREMENT: Candidates may be required to pass a drug screening to be appointed. Ferry Terminal Supervisors are subject to random drug and alcohol testing during their employment.

TWIC REQUIREMENT: Once selected for employment at the Staten Island Ferry, federal regulations require that the applicant must either undergo a federal background check as part of the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program or already possess a TWIC. The TWIC must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment. For further program information, visit: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.

TO APPLY:

For current City employees, please log into Employee Self Service (ESS) at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet, follow the Careers link and search for Job ID Number: 709543. Most public libraries have computers available for use.

No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

WORK LOCATION: St. George Ferry Terminal

HOURS/SHIFT: 40 hours/variable, including nights/weekends

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under general direction, provides Port Office staffing and maintains Port Office operations.

CHIEF MARINE ENGINEER - 91522

Minimum Qualifications

  • A valid license for Chief Engineer of Motor Vessels of any H.P. issued by the United States Coast Guard Inspection Service; or an equivalent license in motor vessels issued by the United States Coast Guard Inspection Service. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Preferred Skills

  • Strong computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook 2. Ability to obtain a FDNY Certificate of Fitness: Supervision of Bulk Oil Plants (P-13) within three months of appointment.

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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