The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism.

The Department of Probation is recruiting one (1) Motor Vehicle Supervisor I to function under the Fleet Operations Unit. With latitude for independent judgment and initiative who will, the Motor Vehicle Supervisor will:

- Supervise a team of Motor Vehicle Operators, manage their time and leave and distribute assignments accordingly.

- Dispatching personnel, motor vehicles and equipment to fulfill transportations requests and assignments.

- Scheduling subordinate personnel to perform servicing, minor repairing, and storage of automotive vehicles.

- Inspecting garage activities and facilities to ensure compliance with established standards and practices.

- Investigating complaints on automotive servicing and operations.

- Receiving reports on the condition of motor vehicles and equipment repaired or needing repairs.

- Directing the performance of minor repairs and refers major repairs to appropriate sections.

- Preparing and enforcing routines of periodic oiling, lubrication, and washing of vehicles, their tire servicing, and the dispensing of gasoline as authorized for vehicular uses.

- Initiating requisitions for needed supplies and automotive servicing equipment.

1. One year of permanent service in the title of Motor Vehicle Operator; or
2. One year of full-time satisfactory experience as a motor vehicle dispatcher or manager of an automotive service garage.
License Requirement
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements described above for Assignment Level I, at least:

a) one year in the title of Motor Vehicle Supervisor; or
b) one additional year of the full-time experience described in “2” above in a large automotive service garage.

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.

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/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.