IF YOU ARE HIRED PROVISIONALLY IN THE SUPERVISOR CARPENTER TITLE, YOU MUST TAKE AND PASS THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM WHEN IT BECOMES AVAILABLE TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT.

The Department of Homeless Services (DHS) is comprised of 2,000 employees and with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion is one of the largest organizations of its kind committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City. Collaborating with other public agencies and not-for-profit partners, DHS works to prevent homelessness before it occurs, reduce street homelessness, and assist New Yorkers to transition from shelter into appropriate permanent housing. DHS is responsible for management of over 200 facilities, which mainly are individual and family shelters used as overnight residences for over 38,000 adults and children. DHS’s portfolio covers approximately 4M square feet.

The Facilities and Logistics Division (F&L) is responsible for providing both direct and indirect maintenance and repair services to City owned and operated facilities using in-house skilled trade-workers, maintenance contracts and purchasing operation. F&L is responsible for monitoring DHS shelters as it relates to the maintenance of building systems. The F&L guides shelter staff on ways to improve facility conditions and the goal of this unit is to ensure funds are being spent on preventive and general maintenance to avoid premature failure of building systems.

The Department of Homeless Services, Facilities & Logistics division is recruiting for one (1) Supervisor Carpenter to work within the Maintenance & Repair unit who will:

- Supervise the work of carpenters and other assigned personnel in the installation and repair work involving rough, finish and general carpentry; installation, repair, replacement of flooring, doors, building hardware, trim, window frames, sashes, partitions, drop ceilings, metal framing of wall and other related building components.

- Make decisions relative to work procedures; prepare work schedules and make work assignments.

- Conduct field inspections in connection with carpentry installations and components of systems relative to work progress or need for alterations, maintenance, and repairs.

- Prepare job orders and tool and material requisitions.

- Supervise the complete operation of the department shop; consult with staff personnel, contractors, inspectors, and manufacturers' representatives in connection with department work.

- Prepare reports and keep records.

- Supervise and oversee carpentry work within homeless shelters and other related facilities.

- Ensure all projects meet NYC DOB, DOH, and FDNY safety standards and regulations.


- Coordinate with other trades and departments to ensure project completion.

- Review and interpret blueprints, sketches, and diagrams to plan construction projects.

- Manage a team of carpenters, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.

- Conduct inspections to ensure quality control and adherence to specifications.

- Address and resolve any construction issues promptly.

- Maintain inventory of carpentry tools and materials.

- Prepare and maintain records of work performed and supplies used.


Work Location: 101-07 Farragut Road, Brooklyn NY

Hours/Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 3:30pm

1. Seven (7) years of recent, satisfactory, full time, paid experience as a carpenter, at least two (2) years of which must have been spent in duties of a supervisory nature; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent.

- Proven experience in carpentry within commercial living dwellings. - Extensive knowledge of NYC DOB, DOH, and FDNY regulations. - Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team. - Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. - Proficiency in reading blueprints and technical drawings. - Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, if necessary. - Familiarity with the specific needs and challenges of working in homeless services facilities. - Experience in a government or public service environment.

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.