Meet Our President


Jeffrey B. Smith
President - 2024
Highway Director
Tompkins County

Tompkins County Highway Department Director Jeff Smith has been elected as President of the New York State County Highway Superintendent’s Association (NYSCHSA). Smith has served as director in Tompkins County for the last 11 years and previously worked as the Franklin County Highway Superintendent for 12 years and the Village of Malone DPW Supervisor for five years.

Smith has been an active member of NYSCHSA for the entirety of his career.

“It’s a true honor to be in this position,” said Smith. “It’s important to continue to grow our membership and get more people involved in the vital work of highway departments in New York State. NYSCHSA provides connections, professional development, and advocacy to help improve highway systems and connect people and places. I’m proud to contribute to that mission and look forward to a great year for the Association and Tompkins County.”

Smith will begin in his new role at the end of the week after the NYSCHSA’s Annual Winter Conference.