Supervisor, Bureau of Food Safety and Community Sanitation

OPEN TO PERMANENT SUPERVISING SPECIAL OFFICER

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control.

• Supervise and evaluate the performance of subordinates.
• Plan and coordinate assignments of staff and equipment.
• Patrol Health Department facilities and surrounding areas to maintain order.
• Respond to emergency situations; investigate, supervise and assist subordinates in the handling of serious and unusual incidents; determine if additional staff and/or presence of the police is required.
• Advise Department executives and staff on security matters.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure that a safe environment is maintained.
• Keep peace and safeguard life and property against fire, vandalism, and thefts.
• Prepare, maintain and review records, log and report regarding patrols, demonstrations, arrests and other incidents relating to safety and security.
• Issue summonses to violators of penal law.
• Other related work as it pertains to the safety of patrons, visitors and property.

• A Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent decision making and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and supervisory skills.

• Benefits:
  City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax‑deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy:
  Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

SUPERVISING SPECIAL OFFICER - 70817

A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education…