Motor Vehicle Supervisor
Listed on 2026-08-13
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Management
General Management, Project & Program Management, Operations Management, Administrative Management
All candidates must be employed by an NYC agency and be permanent in the title of Motor Vehicle Operator
Candidates must have a CDL B license
The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City's evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed at moving the City towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities.
The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.
The Transportation division is seeking a Motor Vehicle Supervisor to support the daily operations at Transportation which directly support imperative operations of Rikers Island.
Responsibilities- Schedules for subordinate personnel to perform servicing, minor repairing, and storage of automotive vehicles.
- Inspects garage activities and facilities to ensure compliance with established standards and practices.
- Investigates complaints on automotive servicing and operations.
- Receives reports on the condition of motor vehicles and equipment repaired or needing repairs; directs the performance of minor repairs and refers major repairs to appropriate repair sections.
- Reviews the utilization of motor vehicles and equipment by the divisions of a department to determine efficient schedules for storage and servicing, and economical employment of facilities and garage personnel.
- Initiates requisitions for needed supplies and automotive servicing equipment; works with vendors to obtain servicing, repairs, equipment and materials.
- Keeps records on matters such as staff attendance, daily consumption of gasoline and oil, and times of departure and arrival of motor vehicles.
- Investigates accidents involving assigned vehicles; prepares and reviews accident reports.
- Checks condition of incoming and outgoing motor vehicles.
- May service motor vehicles in emergency situations.
MOTOR VEHICLE SUPERVISOR - 91232
Minimum Qualifications- One year of permanent service in the title of Motor Vehicle Operator; or
- One year of full-time satisfactory experience as a motor vehicle dispatcher or manager of an automotive service garage.
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.
RequirementsTo be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements described above for Assignment Level I, at least:
- one year in the title of Motor Vehicle Supervisor; or
- one additional year of the full-time experience described in "2" above in a large automotive service garage.
- Leading, coaching, and motivating staff
- Scheduling and managing personnel assignments
- Conflict resolution and team coordination
- Interpreting and applying motor vehicle laws and statutes
- Managing accident investigations and safety compliance
- Tracking inventory, fuel logs, and operational records
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.
Public Service Loan ForgivenessAs 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)..
Residency RequirementNew 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.
AdditionalInformation
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.
$58,585.00 – $67,373.00
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