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Superintendent Of Buildings And Grounds
Description of Duties
This is a managerial and supervisory position responsible for directing the building and grounds maintenance program in a medium or small school district or agency. Work is performed under general supervision from an administrator with wide latitude allowed in developing work procedures and implementing a program for safety and preventative maintenance in district facilities. Direct supervision is exercised over a staff of custodial grounds maintenance and mechanic employees. General supervision is received from an administrator.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, plus three (3) years of experience in building maintenance, grounds maintenance or as a skilled workman in one of the building trades, two (2) years of which shall have been in a responsible supervisory capacity; OR,
- Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in Construction Technology, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, plus five (5) years of experience as described in (A) above, two (2) years of which shall have been in a responsible supervisory capacity; OR,
- Seven (7) years of experience as described in (A), two (2) years of which shall have been in a responsible supervisory capacity.
Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:
According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.
