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SalaryDirector of Technology
Director of Technology
- Agency: DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
- Job type: Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Title Classification: Exam may be required
Department
Air Resources/Executive
Job Description
The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. We deliver 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water per day to 8.5 million New York City residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and we collect and treat an average of 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day.
The Bureau of Environmental Compliance’s (BEC) mission is the enforcement of environmental laws and regulations, which affect the health and safety of the public and environment. Specifically, the bureau enforces the City’s Asbestos regulations as well as the Air and Noise Codes. The Bureau is comprised of the Division of Air & Noise Policy, Permitting and Enforcement and the Asbestos Control Program. These divisions respond to; air and noise code complaints; inspect and track asbestos removal projects; and foster the goals of environmental protection. Responsibilities also include certifying asbestos handlers, inspecting and issuing operating certificates to stationary combustion and industrial process sources, and implementing the requirements of the Clean Air Act.
The BEC is currently seeking a Director of Technology to support and oversee various needs of the Bureau. The Director of Technology will supervise and manage the deployment of desktops, laptops, cellphones, software and software licenses for staff. Typical BEC software includes GIS, Adobe, Microsoft Suite Products, others. Additionally, BEC oversees several technical projects and applications that require close coordination with DEP Bureau of Information Technology (BIT), NYC OTI, BEC staff and consultants. Applications include Internet of Things projects including remote sensing technology and use of artificial intelligence, tracking systems for air, noise and asbestos regulatory enforcement.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, in mainframe computer, mid-range computer, LAN or WAN computer environments and or local desktop support; or"
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university and three years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience, as described in "1" above; or
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits, from an accredited college or university, for six months of experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
The candidate should possess the ability to analyze a business situation, to identify problems and recommend solutions, participate in business requirements sessions with end users and document requirements and design and implement solutions that satisfies specifications with security and maintainability. The candidate should have experience working with and setting up databases, developing dashboards and supporting and performing data analysis on different platforms. The candidate should be able to effectively manage and troubleshoot complex IT projects and will be responsible for the computer, cellular, and office equipment of all operating units in the Bureau of Sustainability. The candidate should be comfortable managing a ticket tracking system for user requests and also with improving such a system. The candidate will need experience in Windows PC hardware support and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues. Approved solution designs should be implemented according to established team procedures and best practices and ensure that the application meets end user expectations. There will be opportunities for the candidate to work with the team on other lines of applications as well. The candidate will act as liaison for the bureau with IT vendors, consultants, and stakeholders. The candidate should possess knowledge of the following systems and programs: - Windows Operating Systems (Windows 10, 11, Server) - Knowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Power BI - Knowledge on how to run scripts in Command Prompt or PowerShell - Knowledge and understanding of the following VMware, SQL, Intune, Amazon web services, Azure - Ability to navigate NYCIT infrastructure - Strong knowledge of modern relational databases and data structures
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.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, in mainframe computer, mid-range computer, LAN or WAN computer environments and or local desktop support; or\"
2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university and three years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in \"1\" above; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience, as described in \"1\" above; or
4. Education and/or experience equivalent to \"1\", \"2\", or \"3\" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits, from an accredited college or university, for six months of experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, as described in \"1\" above.
Preferred Skills
The candidate should possess the ability to analyze a business situation, to identify problems and recommend solutions, participate in business requirements sessions with end users and document requirements and design and implement solutions that satisfies specifications with security and maintainability. The candidate should have experience working with and setting up databases, developing dashboards and supporting and performing data analysis on different platforms.\n\nThe candidate should be able to effectively manage and troubleshoot complex IT projects and will be responsible for the computer, cellular, and office equipment of all operating units in the Bureau of Sustainability. The candidate should be comfortable managing a ticket tracking system for user requests and also with improving such a system. The candidate will need experience in Windows PC hardware support and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues. Approved solution designs should be implemented according to established team procedures and best practices and ensure that the application meets end user expectations. \n\nThere will be opportunities for the candidate to work with the team on other lines of applications as well. The candidate will act as liaison for the bureau with IT vendors, consultants, and stakeholders.\n\nThe candidate should possess knowledge of the following systems and programs:\n-\tWindows Operating Systems (Windows 10, 11, Server)\n-\tKnowledge of Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, Power BI\n-\tKnowledge on how to run scripts in Command Prompt or PowerShell\n-\tKnowledge and understanding of the following VMware, SQL, Intune, Amazon web services, Azure\n-\tAbility to navigate NYCIT infrastructure\n-\tStrong knowledge of modern relational databases and data structures
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.
Job ID
612066
Title code
13611
Civil service title
COMPUTER ASSOC (TECH SUPP)
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Director of Technology
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Number of positions
1
Work location
59-17 Junction Blvd Corona Ny
- Category: Technology, Data & Innovation
