NJ Civil Service Navigator

ASSISTANT GENERAL SUPERVISOR WATER

Code: 06660 Local Competitive

New Jersey treats Assistant General Supervisor Water as a competitive-class job, so the gate is an examination and the ranked list it produces rather than a direct offer.

Eligibility comes down to 2 years of relevant experience.

How to apply

  • Exam

    This is an application to sit an exam and be placed on an eligible list for this title, not an application for a specific job. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. There may be no current vacancy behind it, and the list it produces may not be certified for months or years.

  • Exam

    Open to permanent employees in the competitive division who hold a qualifying lower title in the same unit. A $35 application fee applies to Non-Public-Safety announcements issued on or after 2026-02-01. Like the open competitive exam, this places you on a list; it is not itself a job offer.

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.

Definition

Under direction, assists the general supervisor in the oversight of water/wastewater related programs, activities and staff; supervises staff through subordinate supervisors; does other related work.

Examples of work

  • Assists in developing a suitable work program for the operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution and transmission system.
  • Assists in assigning work to supervisors and supervises the installation of main line extensions, hydrants, gate valves, and other water service equipment.
  • Assists in supervising lower level supervisors and others engaged in the installation, renewal, and repair of consumer's service pipes, meters, and other water service equipment.
  • Procures required materials and supplies and maintains a proper inventory.
  • Assists in supervising the preparation of clear, accurate, and informative reports.
  • Establishes and maintains needed records and files.
  • Reviews work orders, plans work assignments and schedules, and establishes priorities.
  • Reviews operational reports to resolve problems, ensure minimum costs and prevent delays in completion of projects.
  • Assists in developing and revising standard working procedures and observes workers in order to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Initiates personnel actions, and handles other personnel matters
  • Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

Two (2) years of supervisory experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water mains, pipes, valves, hydrants, and other water service equipment.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

  • Knowledge of the proper procedures used to repair water mains, pipes, and other water service equipment.
  • Knowledge of the methods of opening and closing streets and the safety precautions involved.
  • Knowledge of the varied types of tools used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water installations.
  • Knowledge of the supervisory techniques.
  • Ability to analyze and resolve the problems involved in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water service apparatus.
  • Ability to inspect the work and procedures followed for adherence to operational and safety standards.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with associates and subordinates.
  • Ability to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods.
  • Ability to plan and schedule water service maintenance and repair operations, and direct work processes.
  • Ability and give suitable work assignments, instructions, and guidance to subordinate supervisors.
  • Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate and informative reports on the activities of the units.
  • Ability to maintain records and files.
  • Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
  • Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

Applicants may be required to possess a valid wastewater/water system operator's license(s) of the appropriate class issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.