Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyCanal Corporation

TitleDirector, Waterways Maintenance (Eq to G-33/M-5) #03420

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $174016 to $220784 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 50%

Schedule

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County To Be Determined

Street Address 30 South Pearl St

City To Be Determined

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Canal Corporation, a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for economic development, tourism industry, and environmental stewardship. The New York State Canal System, includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain.

Reporting directly to the NYPA Regional Manager & Senior Vice President - Canals, the Director of Waterways Maintenance has significant overall responsibility for the management and supervision of the entirety of the 524 miles of the New York State canal system, including the 363 miles of the iconic and historic Erie Canal. Divided geographically between East and West, the Canal system consists of a total of eight (8) sections and four (4) floating plants, with each half of the Canal system is led by a Professional Engineer 4 (Civ/Trans) who in turn supervises subordinate Transportation Maintenance Engineers 1 (Waterways) and Canal Section Superintendents. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans and directs the operation and maintenance of the Canal System.

• Directly supervises the Regional Canal Engineers (PE 4’s (C/T) and Division HQ staff.

• Oversees the development and issuance of Canal policies, procedures, guidelines and standards for Canal operations and maintenance.

• Ensures consistency in the implementation of Canal and NYPA initiatives, shared services, directives, policies, procedures and standards, as well as other regulatory requirements.

• Maintains adherence to Canal and NYPA requirements and standards and program goals.

• Develops maintenance and capital plans in conjunction with Engineering Division Staff and in accord with the Canals Asset Management and Maintenance Plans.

• Ensures inspection activities are properly carried out by Waterways Division staff.

• Maintains overall responsibility for Canal customer, vessel, and employee safety.

• Develops and maintains relations with local public and community leaders and entities to secure their support and involvement in the furtherance of Canals mission and goals.

• Participates in Emergency planning and response.

• Represents and assists the Regional Manager & Senior Vice President as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Competitive Jurisdictional Class

Candidates must possess one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in an engineering position allocated at G-31/M-4 OR two years of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in an engineering position allocated at G-29/M-3.

Transfer:

Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title/position within two salary grades and be eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Permanent Non-Competitive Promotion Appointment (NCP)

If there are three or fewer qualified candidates interested in this position, a permanent appointment may be possible pursuant to Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law, for a qualified Canal Corporation employee who meets the minimum qualifications for the position.

Provisional

A provisional appointment may be made in accordance with Civil Service Law. Candidates must possess licensure and current registration with the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions as a Licensed Professional Engineer AND have a minimum of one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in an engineering position allocated to G-24 or higher.

***Please note that candidates must possess licensure and current registration with the NYS Education Department as a licensed professional engineer at the time of appointment and maintain licensure and current registration for the duration of their appointment. Candidates and employees who do not successfully maintain licensure and current registration as a licensed professional engineer may not be retained.***

Additional Comments Canal Corporation Engineering Opportunities

The New York State Canal Corporation relies upon engineers to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the 524 miles of the canal system within New York State. The canal system, with its rich history and vital economic impact on the communities it passes through, provides opportunities and unique professional challenges for engineers looking to advance their skillsets and knowledge base. More information about Engineering opportunities with the Canal Corporation, can be found here:

https://www.canals.ny.gov/about/jobs/index.html

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The New York State Canal Corporation offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually
• Four (4) paid floating holidays annually
• Earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Earn five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually

Health Care Benefits
• Participation in the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) and access to their variety of affordable health insurance options
• Pre-Tax contribution program
• Dental and Vision benefits at no additional cost
• Affordable life insurance
• Opt-Out incentive program
• Paid Family Leave (PFL)
• Paid Parental Leave (PPL)
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)

Additional Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and promotional opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP)
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• And many more…

***Please note that this position is within the competitive jurisdictional class of the classified service of the State of New York.***

***This position may be filled in Albany, Syracuse. or Buffalo, depending upon the location of the selected candidate. The selected candidate will be expected to travel to various worksites, as well as to the Administrative Headquarters located in Albany, Syracuse, and Buffalo.***

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Recruitment@canals.ny.gov

Telephone 518-449-6003

Fax

Email Address Recruitment@canals.ny.gov

Address

Street 30 South Pearl Street

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline of June 30, 2026, to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include, “Director of Waterways Maintenance – item #03420”, in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.

Resumes and Cover Letters should be returned after 10 workdays to:

ATTN: Jonathan Brown
Recruitment@Canals.ny.gov
Albany Headquarters
30 South Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12207

The New York Power Authority/New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email?accessibility@nypa.gov.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.