Deputy Director – Department of Environmental Services

$170,000 - $190,000

(Salary commensurate with experience)

Under the general supervision of the Director - Department of Environmental Services this position is responsible for assisting in the administration and direction of the Department of Environmental Services. This department consists of several divisions including Parks, Sanitation, Central Buildings, Central Garage, Highway, Water and Sewer. The Deputy Director will assist in administration and direction of daily operations for all, or several, of these divisions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the planning and implementation of long range goals, administrative procedures and operational programs of the divisions of Parks, Sanitation, Central Buildings, Central Garage, Highway, Water and Sewer;

Assists with the organization, direction and coordination of daily operations for several or all of the department’s divisions;

Establishes work priorities and schedules for public works projects and issues work assignments to General Foreman and Assistant General Foremen;

Oversees seasonal and ongoing renovations, modifications and maintenance programs for various Town buildings, facilities and properties;

Assists in the coordination of garbage, refuse, compost and recycling removal;

Assists in the administration and operation of the Cortlandt Consolidated Water District;

Responds to and coordinates departmental response to weather emergencies including water and sewer emergencies;

Other assignments as required by the Director of the Department of Environmental Services and the needs of the department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering and six (6) years of work experience where the primary function of the position was in civil engineering, including four (4) years of supervisory experience in directing the operation of road crews, snow/ice removal, drainage, sewers, and other public works operations. Town residents preferred. Possession of a Professional Civil Engineer License required as well as Grade D certification issued by the New York State Department of Health under the provisions of subpart 5-4 of the New York State Sanitary Code.

To apply contact Claudia Vahey, claudiav@townofcortlandt.com.  Town of Cortlandt is an EOE. Application deadline May 1, 2025