Deputy Director

The Department of Special Repair Projects provides essential and specialized services that support the maintenance and operation of NYCHA’s developments. The department is responsible for managing the Common Area Painting Program, vacant unit preparation floor restoration initiative, Playgrounds Inspection and repairs, paint deficiency corrections in community spaces, restoration of units and common area related to a fire event, as well as other special initiatives as needed.

Reporting to the Director, and an integral member of the team, the responsibilities of the Deputy Director include, but are not limited to the following:
- Represent the Director at meetings and events.
- Establish and monitor project timelines/activities for corrective work.
- Monitor and review all areas of Special Repair Projects to ensure compliance with Housing Authority policies.
- Compile and analyze various reports for review by the Director.
- Monitor contract budgets and capacity; ensure timely request for replacement contracts.
- Oversee field operations, contractor work activities/compliance and conduct inspections.
- Provide training and guidance to supervisory staff; review statistical reports; make recommendations for improving operations.
- Initiate meetings with stakeholders, consultants, contractors and other agencies; create detailed written correspondence.
- Establish and maintain performance parameters for each unit.
- Manage and monitor vendor contracts including NYCHA’s privately managed developments.
- Supervise and oversee office and field staff.
- Diagnose problems, evaluate and develop alternative courses of action with objectives and time frames. Recommend an effective solution with documentation of analysis and results.
- Analyze complex data and make recommendations for improvement.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for construction, contracts and assist in forecasting operating and capital expenditures.

Additional Information
1. Employees serving in the title of or who meet the qualification requirements for Administrative Supervisor of Building Maintenance, M-3 will also be considered.
2. Candidates with permanent civil service status in the titles of Administrative Project Manager or Administrative Construction Project Manager will also be considered.
3. Due to the existence of a civil service list, candidates must have permanent civil service status in the title of Administrative Housing Superintendent to be considered.
4. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.

NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below:
https://bit.ly/55aProgram

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

ADMINISTRATIVE HOUSING SUPERIN - 10019

1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, plus eight years of supervisory experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of large tenanted buildings; four years of which must have been in responsible charge of properties
having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees and at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative capacity; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least four years of experience in responsible charge of properties having not less than seven maintenance and operations employees, at least 18 months of which must have in an administrative capacity.

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.