Correctional Physical Plant Maintenance Superintendent II

This class incumbent is responsible for managing and coordinating all physical plant operations; delegating workload of subordinate supervisory personnel and inmate workers and directing comprehensive maintenance, repair and remodeling work done at the largest of State institutions.

• Directs the work of a large labor and trades staff.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Directs comprehensive building maintenance and repair programs.
   
• Analyzes maintenance and other project costs of performance, recommends and/or institutes changes to reduce costs where indicated.
   
• Provides recommendations and work plans in difficult complex projects and provides technical assistance to subordinate supervisory personnel.
   
• Inspects building and grounds for hazards; takes corrective action to remedy the situation and maintain energy management and preventative maintenance programs.
   
• Advises administrative supervisor of essential major additions, alterations and replacement of mechanical facilities consistent with needed services.
   
• Estimates operational costs, schedules needs and budgetary allowances, consults with professional and technical personnel regarding specific projects.
   
• Supervises selection training promotion and discipline of employees.
   
• Maintains building and plot plans, operational and maintenance design, interprets drafts and writes and reviews specification files for planning and control, and writes reports.
   
• Directs a programs of grounds care and upkeep.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Correctional Physical Plant Maintenance Superintendent II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Six months experience in planning, directing and implementing maintenance and preventative maintenance programs involving all aspects of trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting or HVAC.
2. Three years experience in estimating cost, time and materials for projects.
3. Six months experience in interpreting blueprints, schematics or technical drawings.
4. Six months experience in interpreting safety and building codes, laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
5. Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.
6. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Applicants may only apply if they are current permanent employees of the State of Delaware Department of Correction in a position covered by the Merit System who have completed their initial probationary period.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. 

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.  You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.