Supervisor Plasterer

Under general supervision Supervisor Plasterers supervise plasterers and other assigned personnel in the preparation of plastering materials and its application to interior and exterior surfaces. They supervise, direct and inspect the preparation of plastering materials common to the trade, such as structo-lite, lime putty, gauging plaster, structo-gauge, and the application of scratch, brown and finish coats to interior and exterior surfaces, such as walls, ceilings, piers, columns, and the installation and/or replacement of lathing; make decisions regarding work methods; prepare work schedules and make work assignments; control and supervise the proper use of tools and equipment to complete work assigned, requisition materials and equipment; keep records; prepare reports; and may assist in the preparation of plans and specifications. All Supervisor Plasterers perform related work. Some of the physical activities performed by Supervisor Plasterers and environmental conditions experienced are: walking to and from various job sites; climbing ladders and walking on scaffolds; taking measurements with ruler and tape; communicating orally; and working in areas that are dusty, wet and covered with fallen plaster and debris. (This is a brief description of what you might do in this position and does not include all the duties of this position.)

Eligibility To Take Examination:
This examination is open to each employee of an agency under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner of the Department of Citywide Administrative Services who on the first date of the multiple-choice test:
1. holds a permanent (not provisional) competitive appointment or appears on a Preferred List (see Note, below) for the title of Plasterer; and
2. is not otherwise ineligible. (Note: A "Preferred List" is a civil service list which is only for certain former permanent employees of the eligible title who have rehiring rights.) This examination is also open to employees who were appointed to an eligible title pursuant to New York State Civil Service Law, section 55-a, and who meet all other eligibility requirements. If you do not know if you are eligible, check with your agency's personnel office. You may be given the test before we verify your eligibility. It is your responsibility to determine whether or not you meet the eligibility requirements for this examination before submitting your application. If it is determined before the test date that you are not eligible to participate in this examination, you will not receive an Admission Notice to take the multiple-choice test, you will not be permitted into the test site, and your application fee will not be refunded. If it is determined after the test date that you are not eligible to participate in this examination, your application fee will not be refunded and you will not receive a score.

Eligibility To Be Promoted:
In order to be eligible for promotion, you must have completed your probationary period in the eligible title as indicated in the above "Eligibility To Take Examination" section, and you must be permanently employed in the eligible title or your name must appear on a Preferred List for the eligible title at the time of promotion. Additionally, you must have served permanently in the eligible title for at least one year, unless your probationary period in that eligible title has been waived pursuant to Rule 5.2.4 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. However, pursuant to Civil Service Law § 52(10)(b), effective September 4, 2024, time served as a provisional appointee in an eligible title will be credited toward the one-year requirement to be promoted if after September 4, 2024, you received a permanent appointment to the eligible title immediately following the provisional appointment.

The multiple-choice test will be given at a computer terminal. A score of at least 70% is required to pass this test. Your score on this test will determine 85% of your final score. Your seniority will determine the remaining 15%. You must pass the multiple-choice test to have your seniority credited. Your seniority score will be 70 plus 1/2 point for each three months of completed, permanent, continuous service with an agency under the jurisdiction of the Commissioner, Department of Citywide Administrative Services in competitive

class titles. Your service will be credited through the date of the test, up to a maximum of 15 years. Time served prior to a break in service of more than one year will not be credited. The multiple-choice test is designed to assess the extent to which candidates have certain knowledge and abilities determined to be important to the performance of the tasks of a Supervisor Plasterer. The multiple-choice test may include questions on principles of supervision; reading technical material; record keeping; tools; materials; trade standards; arithmetic; safety; standards of proper employee ethical conduct, including the provisions of Mayor's Executive Order No. 16 of 1978 as amended; and other related areas. The test may also include questions requiring the use of any of the following abilities: Adaptability/Flexibility: the ability to respond to change (positive or negative) in a constructive manner and adapting approach as needed to the situation. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when new regulations change how job preparation is done. Analytical Thinking: the ability to analyze information and use logic to address specific work-related issues and problems. It involves the identification of problems, not the implementation of solutions. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability to identify what materials will be necessary when visiting a job site. Attention to Detail: being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when spot checking work a plasterer has completed. Coaching & Mentoring: the ability to identify the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when mentoring Plasterers. Concern for Others: the ability to act in a manner sensitive to others' needs and feelings while being understanding and helpful on the job; showing consideration. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when discussing an employee's personal issues that may be affecting work performance. Conflict Resolution: the ability to negotiate with others to resolve grievances or conflicts and handle complaints by developing a constructive solution. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when addressing interpersonal disputes amongst staff. Dependability: the ability to fulfill obligations and act in a reliable, responsible and dependable manner. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when promptly completing requested reports. Judgement & Decision-Making: the ability to review information to develop and evaluate the relative costs and benefits of potential solutions to problems and choosing the most appropriate one; implementing a course of action determined by thinking analytically. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when identifying what materials are on hand and which need to be ordered. Management of Material Resources: obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities and materials needed to do certain work; managing the things needed for work to be accomplished. Example: A Supervisor Plasterer might use this ability when supervising the areas where tools and equipment are stored. Management of Personnel Resources: the ability to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work, identifying the best peop