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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-22-17 Civil Service Commission Meeting Agenda CITY OF ITHACA 108 East Green Street Ithaca, New York 14850-5690 OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES / CIVIL SERVICE Telephone: 607 / 274-6539 Fax: 607 / 274-6574 CITY OF ITHACA CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Regular Meeting Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 Time: 11:30 am Location: City Hall, large 2nd floor conference room AGENDA Approval of Minutes New Business 1. New Position Duties Statement: Youth Bureau – Deputy Youth Bureau Director 2. Update of Job Description: Deputy Youth Bureau Director 3. New Position Duties Statement: Youth Bureau – Recreation Program Assistant 4. New Position Duties Statement: DPW – Water Treatment Plant Operator (Trainee) 5. Update of Job Description: Information Management Specialist 6. Update of Job Description: Deputy Director of Economic Development 7. Update of Job Description: Deputy Director of Planning and Development 8. New Position Duties Statement and Adoption of Job Description: Planning Department – Zoning Administrator 9. Update of Job Description: DPW - Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Type 4-A Plant) 10. Request to Expand Residency Requirements – Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator and Assistant Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 11. Approval of Annual Report Continuing Business 1. Approval of Rosters of Candidates for Examination 2. Establishment of Eligible Lists 3. Addition of Candidates to Continuous Recruitment Eligible Lists 4. Approval of Personnel Transactions Jurisdiction: City of Ithaca Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 01/19/99 Revised: 02/22/17 DEPUTY YOUTH BUREAU DIRECTOR DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The Deputy Youth Bureau Director assists in the overall administration of the Youth Bureau either by directing a specific division of the Youth Bureau or by assisting the Youth Bureau Director in specific administrative tasks as assigned. The work includes responsibility for program planning and development, program administration and evaluation, facilities management, personnel management and fiscal management. The Deputy Youth Bureau Director serves as the Youth Bureau Director’s representative as assigned and may assume the Youth Bureau Director’s responsibilities in the Director’s absence. The work is performed under the general direction of the Youth Bureau Director with wide latitude permitted in the performance of the work. Supervision is exercised over the work of supervisory, professional, paraprofessional, maintenance and clerical staff. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Initiates, plans, promotes, coordinates and directs a variety of youth development programs, recreation programs, special events, and the use of recreational facilities; in areas such as recreation or youth development; Evaluates programs to effectively meet community needs and to ensure maximum utilization of staff, resources, and equipment and facilities; Plans, directs and oversees the use, maintenance, repair and upgrade of Youth Bureau facilities, including Cass Park; Selects, supervises, trains, evaluates and disciplines staff; Assists in the formulation of policies and procedures for the administration of various programs, and communicates and interprets policies and procedures to staff; Prepares or assists in the preparation of applications for State, Federal and other funding for programs operated or proposed by the Youth Bureau; Prepares or assists in the preparation of tentative annual budgets and revenue estimates, monitors operating budgets, allocates expenditures and disbursements, and recommends needed appropriations for departmental programs and facilities; Identifies revenue sources, develops and implements fundraising ideas, and coordinates the donation of in-kind services for Youth Bureau programs; Plans, prepares and prioritizes capital project requests; Coordinates and oversees implementation of approved capital projects; participates in design activities; serves as onsite City representative for contractors during construction phases; Plans, coordinates and administers in-service training for agency personnel and volunteers; Coordinates promotion and publicity for Youth Bureau programs, special events, and recreational facilities; and meets with lay civic groups and community organizations to promote program objectives and participation in Youth Bureau programs; Represents the Youth Bureau in a variety of community forums and committees to facilitate coordination of community services and recreation resources and facilities; Prepares a variety of narrative, statistical and financial reports and records; May assume the Youth Bureau Director’s responsibilities in the Director’s absence. Deputy Youth Bureau Director Page 2 FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the typical problems and needs of modern youth; thorough knowledge of factors underlying juvenile delinquency and personal maladjustment; thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and objectives of public recreation; thorough knowledge of recreation administrative theory, principles and practices; good knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of program planning and analysis; good knowledge of public and private resources for the provision of youth and recreational services; good knowledge of the principles and practices of administrative supervision; good knowledge of governmental budgetary procedures; working knowledge of public relations techniques; strong organizational skills; ability to plan, direct and promote a comprehensive community-wide recreation and youth services program; ability to effectively manage recreational facilities; ability to plan, coordinate and direct the work of others; ability to plan, promote, direct and coordinate recreation and youth development programs; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to prepare narrative, statistical and financial reports and records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to address groups effectively; ability to secure the cooperation of others; good judgment; initiative and resourcefulness; tact and diplomacy; emotional maturity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Master’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human services, education, recreation, business or public administration, communications or a related field with similar course curriculum AND one (1) year of full-time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer equivalent, working in a human service or public service agency in a capacity which involves the administration or supervision of the provision of direct services to clientele; or B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology, human services, education, recreation, business or public administration, communications or a related field with similar course curriculum AND two (2) years of full-time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer equivalent, working in a human service or public service agency in a capacity which involves the administration or supervision of the provision of direct services to clientele; or C) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND six (6) years of full-time paid experience, or its part-time and/or volunteer equivalent, working in either a human service agency in a capacity which involves the provision of direct services to clientele or in an educational environment as a teacher, teacher assistant or teacher aide or similar position providing direct educational services or support to youth. At least two (2) of these six (6) years of experience must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or D) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) through (c). Jurisdiction: City of Ithaca Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 03/13/03 Revised: 07/17/03, 04/06/05, 02/22/17 INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: Information Management Specialists perform a diverse variety of clerical tasks related to the functions of the City Clerk's Office. The Information Management Specialist is responsible for maintaining office coverage on a daily basis, in a team setting that includes phone and customer service related tasks. In addition, the Information Management Specialist is responsible for preparing, maintaining, distributing and managing official records of the City of Ithaca. The Information Management Specialist also issues a variety of licenses and permits, in accordance with State and local laws and regulations. The Information Management Specialist serves as an information resource for both internal and external customers seeking information regarding City records, functions, and activities. The Information Management Specialist may be required to attend Board of Public Works and/or Common Council meetings to take minutes. The Information Management Specialist may also be granted authority to sign for the City Clerk in his/her absence. The work is performed under the general supervision of the City Clerk, in accordance with established laws, practices and procedures. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Prepares, maintains and distributes official City records, including minutes, agendas, ordinances, local laws, etc., in both written format and through electronic media; Takes, transcribes, edits and distributes minutes for various governmental boards, commissions and agencies, such as Common Council and the Board of Public Works,; Issues a variety of licenses, including marriage licenses and transcripts, domestic partnership certificates, dog licenses, sporting licenses, bingo licenses, etc.; Issues a variety of permits, including handicapped parking permits, residential parking permits, permits for the use of the Ithaca Commons, going out of business permits, auctioneer permits, transient merchant permits, etc.; Provides information regarding City records, functions and activities in person, by mail, by email and over the phone to City staff, community residents and elected officials; Coordinates records management projects with City departments, focused on preserving archival records, identifying and organizing inactive records, destroying obsolete records, and converting paper records to microfilm, electronic and digital images; Researches City records for information requests from City staff, community residents and elected officials; Collects revenues and completes and submits appropriate reports to County and State agencies; Prepares and maintains a variety of files, such as City contract files, claims against the City, affidavits of publication, FOIL requests, etc.; Prepares adopted local laws and ordinances for publication and codification; updates and distributes City codebooks; Performs notary public services; Provides clerical support for elected officials; Works with City Clerk, at the time of City elections, to establish polling locations, coordinate voting machine maintenance and delivery, and pay Election Inspectors; Prepares annual City Roster of boards and committees; maintains a master file of Mayoral appointments; Administers oaths of office. May act as City Clerk in the absence of the City Clerk, with full signatory power. Information Management Specialist Page 2 FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the current laws, practices and procedures governing the preparation, maintenance, management and distribution of official public records, including through electronic and digital media; good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; good knowledge of the structure and organization of local government; good knowledge of the New York State Records Retention and Freedom of Information Laws; working knowledge of research methods and techniques; strong organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to read and understand complex oral and written directions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to deal effectively with the public; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of interns and temporary employees; ability to handle confidential material; ability to work independently; ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines; ability to successfully work with and serve a diverse local community; a high degree of accuracy; good attention to detail; initiative and resourcefulness; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. Graduation from a NYS registered or regionally accredited college with a Bachelor's Degree in Records or Information Management, Public or Business Administration, Secretarial Science, Library Science or a related field; or B. Graduation from a NYS registered or regionally accredited college with an Associate's Degree in Records or Information Management, Public or Business Administration, Secretarial Science, Library Science or a related field and two (2) years of full-time paid experience, or its part-time or volunteer equivalent, working in a government or business environment and performing duties related to records management, information management, public information or the preparation or creation of records or minutes; or C. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and four (4) years of full-time paid experience, or its part-time or volunteer equivalent, working in a government or business environment and performing duties related to records management, information management, public information or the preparation or creation of records or minutes; or D. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Candidates must obtain a Notary Public license within one year of appointment and must maintain said license for the duration of employment. Jurisdiction: City of Ithaca Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 11/03/97 Revised: 10/06/04, 07/06/05, 02/22/17 Title changed from Director of Economic Development: 10/06/04 DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a professional and administrative position responsible The work involves responsibility for developing, implementing and overseeing an economic development program for the City of Ithaca. The incumbent designs and develops economic development strategies, analyzes economic development projects and proposals to determine feasibility and potential economic return of specific projects and proposals, and works closely with existing businesses and potential businesses and developers to retain and recruit businesses in the City. The work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Planning and Development with broad leeway allowed for the exercise of independent professional judgment in the performance of the work. Supervision may be is exercised over the work of professional and clerical employees, if assigned. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Actively participates in the development of short and long term economic and community development goals; Designs and develops economic strategies and initiatives to achieve economic development goals; Analyzes economic development projects and proposals to determine feasibility and potential economic return of specific projects and proposals and/or develops and prepares alternative development strategies and proposals; Develops, implements and supervises programs to retain and recruit businesses in the City; Serves as a liaison to local businesses; Assists businesses in addressing expansion or relocation needs within the City; In conjunction with other agencies, develops and implements marketing strategies and initiatives to encourage business development in, or relocation to, the City of Ithaca; Prepares applications for federal, state and other grants or supervises staff engaged in the preparation of such applications, and represents the City in negotiations with granting agencies; Administers and/or supervises others in the administration of existing grants, including preparation of required reporting forms, on-site inspections and other local activities required for compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and laws; Conducts various planning studies including land use, neighborhood analysis, demographics, surveys, transportation planning and environmental studies, and/or supervises the work of staff engaged in such studies; Acts as a consultant to other City departments in the area of economic development grants and coordinates departmental efforts and grants with other City departments; Acts as City or Departmental spokesperson with news media on economic development projects, proposals and issues; Meets with elected and appointed officials to present economic development projects, programs and strategies; Represents the City in discussions with granting agencies, development partners and reviewing agencies; Represents the City at meetings dealing with economic development, grants and other related projects; May act for and in place of the Director of Planning and Development as assigned. Deputy Director of Economic Development Page 2 FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, methods, techniques and terminology used in economic development planning; thorough knowledge of real estate finance, state and federal assistance programs and applicable laws and regulations, and alternative economic development funding sources; thorough knowledge of grant writing, grant administration, granting agencies and strategies for incorporating grants into development projects; thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and terminology of city and regional planning; thorough knowledge of accepted methods and techniques for data collection and analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and the interpretation and analysis of statistical data; good knowledge of municipal finance, capital budget procedures and governmental administration; ability to prepare and supervise the preparation of complex detailed and master plans for economic development; ability to organize and conduct planning and development research studies; ability to understand and interpret complex oral, written, and statistical information; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to effectively communicate ideas, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships deal effectively with diverse community groups, developers, public officials, organizations, other economic development practitioners and the general public; ability to successfully work with and serve a diverse local community; initiative and resourcefulness; creativity; integrity; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. Graduation from a NYS registered or regionally accredited university with a Master’s Degree in City, Regional or Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Economics, Urban Policy, Public Administration, Business, Marketing, Real Estate or a closely related field with similar course curriculum and five (5) years of full-time paid economic development experience with a strong emphasis on real estate development, public-private partnerships, grant writing and grant administration; or B. Graduation from a NYS registered or regionally accredited university with a Bachelor’s Degree in City, Regional or Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Geography, Economics, Urban Policy, Public Administration, Business, Marketing, Real Estate or a closely related field with similar course curriculum and seven (7) years of full-time paid economic development experience with a strong emphasis on real estate development, public-private partnerships, grant writing and grant administration; or C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B) above. NOTE: Paid part-time experience may be credited toward the experiential requirement on a pro-rata basis. Jurisdiction: City of Ithaca Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 02/08/83 Revised: 10/15/91, 05/19/97, 10/11/00, 02/22/17 DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is an administrative position responsible for assisting the Director of Planning and Development with the general administration and supervision of the Planning Division, and for planning, developing, supervising and directly participating in the planning, development and implementation of planning and economic development, community development, environmental review, land use, historic preservation, neighborhood preservation and site plan review strategies, programs, activities and projects for the City of Ithaca. The Deputy Director of Planning and Development serves as staff support to the Planning and Development Board and other boards and committees as assigned. The Deputy Director of Planning and Development serves as the Director of Planning and Development’s representative as assigned and may assume the Director of Planning and Development’s responsibilities in the Director’s absence. The work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Planning and Development with considerable leeway allowed for the exercise of independent professional judgment in planning, organizing and directing various projects. Direct supervision may be is exercised over professional and clerical employees. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Reviews and supervises major development proposals with public and private sector developers; Supervises and may prepare complex development plans and proposals, using understanding of state and local land use laws including site plan review, SEQRA, subdivision regulations, zoning and related laws and regulations in project review to further City's goals; Supervises and may prepare planning and development strategies, programs and projects for the City; works with Director to analyze and recommend alternative planning and development strategies to the Mayor, Common Council and the Planning and Development Board; Represents the City and may supervise other employees in negotiations and formulation of intermunicipal projects, programs and agreements; Assists the Director with departmental administration including establishment of work program, setting of priorities, supervision of other employees, and general administrative duties; Prepares and supervises preparation of consultant contracts for various planning and environmental studies; solicits and evaluates proposals; acts as City representative during execution of contract; manages contracts and projects; Supervises and may participate in the preparation of applications for federal, state and other grants and represents the City in negotiations with granting agencies; Supervises and may prepare various planning and development studies including land use, neighborhood analyses, demographics, surveys, transportation planning and environmental studies; Coordinates departmental project review and comprehensive planning activities with other City departments; Acts as City or Departmental spokesperson in contact with the news media; Meets with public, elected and appointed officials on planning and development projects, programs and strategies, project reviews, intermunicipal agreements, consultant contract administration, etc.; Attends meetings of boards and committees as City representative in project review, grants and other related projects and programs; represents the City in discussions with developers, other municipalities, granting and reviewing agencies; Serves as May act for and in place of the Director of Planning and Development in the Director’s absence and/or as assigned. Deputy Director of Planning and Development Page 2 FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques and terminology involved in city and regional planning; thorough knowledge of zoning and subdivision principles and requirements, with an understanding of their legal basis and the administration of regulatory controls; thorough knowledge of the sociological, economic, environmental, engineering, design and research factors involved in City planning; thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and terminology of land use planning, neighborhood analysis, demographics, landscape architecture and environmental studies; thorough knowledge of current methods for collecting, analyzing and interpreting statistical data; thorough knowledge of research methods and techniques; ability to make professional judgments requiring advanced technical knowledge and skills; ability to communicate ideas and deal effectively with community groups and others; ability to prepare clear and accurate reports and to make oral and written presentations of ideas; ability to plan and supervise the work of others; ability to successfully work with and serve a diverse local community; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master's Degree in urban or regional planning, urban design, or economic development and five (5) years of full-time paid professional responsible experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in urban or regional planning or a closely related field; or B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a five year professional Bachelor's Degree in urban or regional planning and six (6) years of full-time paid professional responsible experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in urban or regional planning or a closely related field; or C. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in urban or regional planning or a closely related field and eight (8) years of full- time paid professional responsible experience, or its part-time paid equivalent, in urban or regional planning or a closely related field; or D. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above. Jurisdiction: City of Ithaca Jurisdictional Class: Competitive Adopted: 03/30/64 Revised: 06/13/95, 05/19/97, 01/21/15, 02/22/17 CHIEF WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (TYPE 4-A PLANT) DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is the chief administrative, supervisory and technical position of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Facility, which is a Type 4-A Wastewater Treatment Plant with facilities for the activated sludge process (including all modifications) with a plant point score of 76 points or greater. The incumbent supervises and directs the operation and maintenance of the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Facility (IAWWTF) in a manner which meets or exceeds all environmental regulatory compliance standards and ensures an efficient and economical use of personnel, resources, energy, equipment, materials and supplies. In addition to supervising daily operational activities, the incumbent also oversees the administration of specialized programs, including industrial pretreatment, trucked waste, sludge disposal, head works loading analyses, chemical bulk storage, petroleum bulk storage, and anaerobic digestion. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Superintendent of Public Works (Water and Sewer), with wide leeway allowed for planning work methods and dealing with emergency conditions. Supervision is exercised over operators, trainees, laboratory personnel and mechanical and maintenance assistants. The Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator must possess the required certificate for a Type 4-A plant which he or she supervises in accordance with the provisions of Part 650 of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Supervises and directs IAWWTF operational processes and maintenance procedures to ensure all performance and regulatory requirements and standards for the wastewater plant operation are met and optimized; Plans, budgets, schedules and coordinates all projects, and work and maintenance of for the IAWWTF; Instructs, mentors, trains, evaluates and supervises operators, trainees and other subordinate employees; Interviews job applicants, handles first step employee grievances, reviews employee performance, handles first step employee counseling; Supervises, conducts or otherwise ensures the training for professional development of all subordinates to keep them current in the principles, practices, procedures, standards and equipment for all work performed at the IAWWTF; Oversees and ensures the maintenance of required certifications and corresponding standards for the IAWWTF laboratory; ensures the laboratory performs all necessary sampling, analytical, documentation and reporting regimen to meet the requirements for regulatory permit compliance and wastewater plant process and quality control; Supervises, supports and implements policies to maintain compliance with worker safety programs, including OSHA and PESHA; oversees and enforces work site safety practices, procedures, training and policies; Supervises and directs administrative operations including budget, planning, purchasing, accounts payable and receivable, agency reporting, permitting, and employee work records; Inventories pollutant loading, reductions, treatability and costs, and prepares an annual report that illustrates the reserve capacity for pollutants of concern and the cost per unit of pollutant removal; Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Type 4-A Plant) Page 2 Typical Work Activities - continued Reviews and determines the acceptability of new direct and indirect discharges and prepares permits for such sources including the applicability of regulatory agency involvement in the permitting process; Assists and works collaboratively with professional consultants and contractors with capital project planning, assessment, scope, development, design, implementation, administration, construction, installation, troubleshooting, start-up operation, etc. Manages programs involving energy production from local carbon resources; Applies for and implements energy savings programs and grants; Manages optimization efforts and develops capital planning solutions that reduce energy consumption while improving plant performance; Develops and manages efforts to meet goal of a net zero energy treatment plant with the potential to supply energy beyond treatment plant boundaries; Manages programs for public outreach that emphasize plant’s role in discharging safe water and providing green energy; Coordinates public outreach and education for community tours; Manages and develops programs for the beneficial disposal of biosolids; Prepares a protocol and supervises the implementation of a routine program of data production (i.e. laboratory analyses, pollutant reductions, etc.) towards the preparation of regulatory reports; Prepares, and maintains and submits a variety of narrative and statistical reports for federal, state and local agencies and regulatory authorities as required, including the Environmental Protection Agency and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, and assists in regulatory audits and reviews; Manages the development of computer systems integration for operations, controls and monitoring of all wastewater plant systems; Prepares annual operating budget estimates; makes recommendations regarding projected needs of facility; coordinates all project funding with all three municipal governing boards; Facilitates the development of new revenue streams, the enhancement of existing revenue streams, and provides input for operational or process improvements that minimize expenditures and/or increase revenues; Represents the IAWWTF at a variety of meetings; coordinates the monthly meetings held on behalf of the three municipal owners via the Special Joint Committee. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the principles governing, and practices and equipment used in, the operation and maintenance of a Type 4-A Wastewater Treatment Plant with facilities for the activated sludge process (including all modifications); thorough knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations, standards and procedures governing the operation of a Type 4-A Wastewater Treatment Plant; good knowledge of the operations of a modern wastewater treatment plant; good knowledge of the principles and applications of physics, chemistry and biology as applied to wastewater treatment and disposal; good knowledge of anaerobic digester systems and biogas derived energy production systems; ability to supervise the operation and repair of pumps, valves and related mechanical and electrical equipment; ability to make routine laboratory and field tests for control of plant operations; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to successfully work with and serve a diverse local community; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Chief Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator (Type 4-A Plant) Page 3 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: For a Type 4 A activated sludge Wastewater Treatment Plant with a Plant Point Score of 76 points or greater: All candidates must qualify under Sections A, B, C and D: A. Either: a. A Bachelor of Science degree from a duly accredited university or school. This degree is not restricted to an engineering or natural science major; or b. A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from a duly accredited university or school, with thirty (30) credit hours of math and/or science courses; or c. An Associate in Applied Science degree from a duly accredited university or school in a NYSDEC approved curriculum and eighteen (18) months operating experience at a wastewater treatment plant; or d. An Associate in Applied Science degree from a duly accredited university or school and three (3) years operating experience at a wastewater treatment plant; or e. An Associate of Arts degree from a duly accredited university or school, with thirty (30) credit hours of math and/or science courses, plus three (3) years operating experience at a wastewater treatment plant; or f. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and six (6) years operating experience at a wastewater treatment plant; AND B. Satisfactory completion of an appropriate course of instruction approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Conservation; AND C. Twenty-four (24) months of satisfactory experience in the actual operation of an activated sludge wastewater treatment plant with a plant point score of 76 or greater. [Note: this experience is in addition to that required in Sections A(b), A(c), A(d) and A(e)]; AND D. Five (5) years of full-time paid supervisory experience in a Type 4-A activated sludge Wastewater Treatment Plant, or its part-time paid equivalent. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a Grade 4-A certificate issued under the provisions of Part 650 of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation regulations at the time of appointment, and maintenance of said certificate for the duration of employment.