SUPERVISING ENGINEER, UTILITIES

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. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction of the Director and Bureau Chiefs, Board of Public Utilities, does engineering and related technical work referred to the division by the Board of Public Utilities; assists the Director and Bureau Chiefs of the Division of Engineering in determining the course of action to be taken by the division in resolving all engineering and related technical matters for which the division is responsible; in the absence of the Director and Bureau Chiefs, acts in their behalf on all matters involving the division including the assignment and supervision of the work in the division; does related work as required.

Examples of work

• Makes engineering and technical evaluations regarding the safety, adequacy, propriety, and cost of public utility operations, and proposes lawful, suitable alternatives.
• Establishes procedures and methods for monitoring the technical performance of public utilities.
• Supervises the preparation of engineering reports and analyses that are required by the division.
• Supervises the preparation of written replies to technical and engineering inquiries referred to the division.
• Conducts and supervises investigations relating to all matters of public utility operation including safety, adequacy, and proper service, and prepares reports of the findings with appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of subordinates.
• Acts as staff member in formal matters before the Office of Administrative Law, and prepares appropriate reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Provides technical and engineering support to the Board and its staff.
• Represents the Board on industrial, federal, and state interagency advisory groups, committees, councils, and task forces,.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Education

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Experience

Four (4) years of experience in the design, operation, construction, or regulation of public utility facilities including one (1) year of experience in the supervision of engineers engaged in the design, operation, construction, or regulation of public utility facilities.

License

Possession of a valid license as a Professional Engineer issued by the New Jersey Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge of regulations, policies, rules, and codes adopted by the Board of Public Utilities after a period of training. Knowledge of state and federal laws governing the operation and regulation of public utilities after a period of training. Knowledge of engineering procedures used in evaluating public utility operations. Knowledge of the industrial codes and standards applicable to public utility operations. Knowledge of the type of equipment and facilities used by public utilities. Ability to analyze technical problems, organize work, and develop effective working methods. Ability to supervise other engineers and supporting personnel in carrying out engineering and related activities. Ability to work harmoniously and effectively with public officials, representatives of other agencies, and utility personnel. Ability to act as hearing examiner and staff member in matters before the Board. Ability to prepare clear, concise, and grammatically correct letters, memoranda, and reports. Ability to learn 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, or 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 the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. This job specification is applicable to the following title code(s) which are different work week or work month of the job class title: Job Spec Code State, Local or Common Class of Service Work Week State Class Code Local Class Code Salary Range

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. 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 the essential duties of the position. SCN428N/AS29-SC3E28N/AS27- This job specification is for government use only. Salary range is only applicable to state government. Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions. MCK 11/26/2005