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Chief Dockmaster

  1. DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Posted on: 08/02/2024
  1. Full-time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

  1. Exam may be required

Department

MN MARINA

$67,000.00 – $72,000.00

Job Description

This vacancy has now expired.

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

NYC Parks’ Waterfronts and Marine Division operates and maintains marinas and boating facilities citywide. The division operates and maintains the Agency’s vessel fleet and provides on-water response as needed. The division manages delivery of in-water capital construction projects. The division serves as the infrastructure liaison for the Agency’s 165 linear miles of engineered and natural shoreline. The division manages the recently established office of marine debris disposal and vessel surrendering. The division coordinates Agency-wide with the business development, planning, capital, natural resources, operations, and special events divisions. The division participates in citywide task forces and implements policies concerning the city’s waterways and its growing recreational usage.

NYC Parks offers innovation, leadership, the satisfaction of public service, and a place to grow and develop your career. Full-time employees are also eligible for a wide variety of City benefits and perks.

Major Responsibilities

- Under administrative supervision, perform supervising work in the operation of docks and piers at Agency-operated marinas.
- Coordinate work with Chief and Deputy Chief of Citywide Marine Operations.
- Supervise Supervising Dockmasters, Maintenance Workers and City Park Workers.
- Establish staff working schedules to ensure continued secure coverage of Agency-operated marinas.
- Enforce published dockage rates, Dockage Permit Terms of Agreement requirements, the rules and regulations set forth in Chapters 3 and 4 of Title 56 of the Rules of the City of New York (“Marina Rules”) and marina standard operating procedures.
- Ensure all required agreements, vessel insurance and registrations are furnished by all permitted customers.
- Oversee the collection of fees and ensure staff accurately records payments in a timely and orderly fashion. Strictly enforce the city’s prohibition against the receipt of tips or any other form of gratuity.
- Respond to and advise upon any emergency, storm or boating safety situations involving Agency-operated marinas.
- Assist in supervising marina-based special projects and contractor work, including dock and mooring field repairs and replacements.
- Communicate clearly and effectively to the public, subordinates and superiors. Coordinate with city, state and federal enforcement agencies as appropriate.
- Advise management of any unusual or unsafe conditions.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 644599.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 644599 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: TBD

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

www.nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.


Minimum Qualifications

1. Six (6) years experience in a responsible position in the docking of vessels, care of docks as a port surveyor, dockmaster, harbor master or pier super -intendant, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity; or

2. A satisfactory equivalent.


Preferred Skills

1. Excellent supervisory, administrative and communication skills. 2. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 3. Ability to respond to emergency situations involving risks to human life and safety. 4. Strong personal accountability. 5. Availability to work nights and weekends as needed. 6. Valid New York State driver license.
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

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.
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.

Job ID

644599

Title code

81665

Civil service title

CHIEF DOCKMASTER

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Chief Dockmaster

Posted until

2024-08-16

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

00

Number of positions

1

Work location

79Th St & Riverside Dr.

  1. Building Operations & Maintenance

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