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Position Title: Junior Field Representative

Location: Bronx Community College & Hostos Community College

Grade/Classification: 2 (D1) Para & Entry Level Professional

Salary Range: $55,093 - $71,719 (Includes downstate location differential of $5,054)

Bargaining Unit: CSEA

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Last Revised: October 20, 2025

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision, the Junior Field Representative assists the Project Manager and/or Field Representative in all aspects of a construction project, assisting in the management of field work, but also involving aspects including, but not limited to, contract administration and monitoring project budgets and schedules. The Junior Field Representative undertakes assignments as directed and works both independently and under the general supervision of project assigned staff.

Essential Functions

• Inspect installation of the work on a daily basis.
• Assist in coordinating the work of all trades.
• Interpret contract plans and specifications.
• Schedule and supervise required testing and monitor results.
• Attend job meetings, progress meetings and coordination meetings.
• Prepare notes and minutes of meetings and coordinate the associated follow-up.
• Assist in estimating costs and monitoring the project budget.
• Assist in reviewing progress payments.
• Assist in evaluating change proposals and preparing change orders.
• Assist in evaluating claims.
• Assist DASNY Field Representative/Management staff with essential tasks.
• Develop and maintain records for the project or program including contract documents, files, logs, lists and other records.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with the documentation and implementation of procedures.
• Assist with internal controls implementation, review and testing.
• Undertake special assignments as directed.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet).

Supervision

N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Weekly travel may be required, depending on assignment, using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.). Requires physical mobility (movement from place to place), strength, dexterity and coordination. Requires endurance, concentration and complex and time pressure of decision-making. Requires the ability to see, hear, smell, touch and distinguish colors. Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours.

Work Environment

May be standard office environment or a construction site. Requires the use of one or more of the following: PC, telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, scanner, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, shredder.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field; or

Associate’s degree plus three years relevant experience; or

High School diploma or equivalent plus five years experience in work related to this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field strongly preferred, plus one or more years experience in construction inspection or supervision of construction projects, or a High School diploma plus six years experience in work related to this position. Knowledge of project management systems and scheduling software programs.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction related documents.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

Benefits information:

DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

• Choice of several health insurance plans
• Dental & vision insurance
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• 13 vacation days per year
• 13 sick days per year
• 5 days of personal leave per year
• 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & development opportunities

We offer additional benefits, which includes:

• Limited Work from Home (LWFH) – additional telecommute days according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.
• DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.

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