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Deputy Medical Director
Posted on April 8, 2026
- New York, United States of America
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- Full Time
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Deputy Medical Director
- DEPARTMENT OF SANITATION
Posted On: 04/08/2026
- Full-Time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- No Exam Required
Department
Medical Office
Salary Range:
$194,012.00 – $194,012.00
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Job Description
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe, and clean by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning City streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice. DSNY is the nation's largest municipal sanitation agency, with nearly 10,000 employees, 59 district garages, and a fleet of more than 5,000 trucks, cars, and other types of equipment. The Department clears litter, snow, and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets.
DSNY is seeking a Deputy Medical Director for the Department’s Medical Division. The Division includes an occupational Health Care Facility (HCF) comprised of a medical staff and uniformed sanitation officers engaged in monitoring the medical condition of more than 8,000 employees. It provides oversight of medical care management for employees on medical leave or restricted duty as a result of an illness or work-related injury. The HCF also conducts pre-employment medical examinations to ensure that candidates for the job of Sanitation Worker are fit to perform the tasks involved, including holding a commercial driver’s license.
Reporting to the Medical Director, the Deputy Medical Director will manage the occupational health care facility and work closely with the Division’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Unit, Employee Assistance Unit, and Medical Records Unit.
The responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
CITY DEPUTY MEDICAL DIRECTOR - 53046
DSNY is seeking a Deputy Medical Director for the Department’s Medical Division. The Division includes an occupational Health Care Facility (HCF) comprised of a medical staff and uniformed sanitation officers engaged in monitoring the medical condition of more than 8,000 employees. It provides oversight of medical care management for employees on medical leave or restricted duty as a result of an illness or work-related injury. The HCF also conducts pre-employment medical examinations to ensure that candidates for the job of Sanitation Worker are fit to perform the tasks involved, including holding a commercial driver’s license.
Reporting to the Medical Director, the Deputy Medical Director will manage the occupational health care facility and work closely with the Division’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Unit, Employee Assistance Unit, and Medical Records Unit.
The responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Actively manage a staff of approximately 12 physicians, oversee the work of five nurses and two medical assistants.
- Provide administrative supervision to ensure that existing DSNY policies and procedures are carried out. Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates' work assignments, consultation, etc. Actively work to promote and recognize performance.
- Closely monitor the overall status of the HCF, identify problem areas, and take corrective action as needed.
- Serve as a Medical Review Officer for DSNY’s drug and alcohol testing program.
- Educate staff within the Medical Division and throughout DSNY about health-related topics, agency policy, and relevant regulations.
- Convene and attend both clinical and administrative meetings.
- Serve as Acting Medical Director when the current Medical Director is out of the office or otherwise unavailable.
- Work collaboratively with all levels of Medical Division staff clinical professionals, administrative professionals, and members of the uniformed workforce as well as other DSNY personnel.
- Provide input on internal policy formation as it relates to the Medical Division. On an ongoing basis, evaluate criteria for medical leave, authorization issuance, and medical duty assignments.
- Plan and develop new initiatives.
- Perform patient assessments.
- Support the Medical Director as needed.
- Perform other related tasks as assigned.
CITY DEPUTY MEDICAL DIRECTOR - 53046
Minimum Qualifications
1. Possession of a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York plus valid Board Certification issued by the appropriate American Specialty Board in an approved medical specialty; and four years of medical practice including one year of experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or
2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that listed in "1" above. However, all candidates must have a valid license to practice medicine in the State of New York, and one year of medical practice in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
Preferred Skills
- Residency or significant experience in Orthopedics or Occupational Medicine. - Certification as a Medical Review Officer (MRO), familiarity with federally-regulated drug testing programs. - Familiarity with FMCSA and/or DOT regulations for drivers of commercial motor vehicles. - Excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, analytical, research, problem-solving, and organizational skills. - Supervisory experience. - Outstanding attention to detail and the ability to juggle various priorities and deliver under strict deadlines.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position.
Additional Information
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.
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Job ID
776614
Posted until
06/06/2026
Title code
53046
Civil service title
CITY DEPUTY MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Title classification
Non-Competitive-5
Business title
Deputy Medical Director
- Experience Level:Manager
Job level
M4
Number of positions
1
Work location
44 Beaver St., N.Y.
- Category:Health
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