Supervising Dockmaster
- DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
- Full-time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- Exam may be required
Department
Revenue
Job Description
*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 Parks’ 165 linear miles of engineered and natural shoreline. The division manages the recently established office of marine debris disposal and vessel surrendering program. The division coordinates agency-wide with the capital, planning, natural resources, operations, business development, marketing and special events divisions. The division participates in citywide task forces and recommends 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 Parks-operated marinas.
- Coordinate work with Chief Dockmaster.
- Supervise Dockmasters, Maintenance Workers and City Park Workers.
- 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 the marina.
- Assist in supervising marina-based special projects and contractor work, including waterway debris removals.
- 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.
Work Location: TBD
How to Apply
All Applicants:
Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 716329.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
SUPERVISING DOCKMASTER - 81660
Qualification Requirements
1. Three (3) years' experience in a responsible position in the docking of vessels, care of docks as a port surveyor, dockmaster, harbor master or pier superintendent, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent.
1. Excellent supervisory, administrative and communication skills. 2. Valid New York State driver license. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. 4. Available to work evenings and weekends as needed.
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/.
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.
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
716329
Title code
81660
Civil service title
SUPERVISING DOCKMASTER
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Supervising Dockmaster
Posted until
2025-06-30
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
Arsenal 830 Fifth Ave, New Yor
- Constituent Services & Community Programs