Facility ADA Assessor Position Available In Queens, New York

Facility ADA Assessor

DEPT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

Posted On:

06/12/2025
Full-Time
Location
QUEENS
Exam May Be Required
Department

PUB BLDGS/EXEC/ADA COMP.

Salary Range:

$78,740.00 – $105,000.00
Job Description

Hours:

Full-Time Position – 35 Hours

Work Location:

30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101
Only candidates who are permanent in the Architect title, reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #3040) or the Open-Competitive Exam #5009 may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card, Receipt of Filing or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.
Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of ADA Compliance within the NYC Department of Design and Construction’s Division of Public Buildings, the selected Project Manager will assist with interpreting and applying the 2010 ADA Standards, Chapter 11 of the NYC Building Code, as well as other applicable federal, state, and local statutes and regulations that pertain to accessibility. This position will work closely with Public Buildings Front-End Planning Unit, to assist with the project initiation process through well-developed planning and review of client needs and existing conditions, resulting in the creation of Front-End Planning Reports. This includes conducting surveys of existing buildings, and meetings with client agencies and other DDC staff. Duties may also include performing reviews of outside design consultants’ work, participating in interagency meetings with design consultants and internal DDC staff, and conducting weekly construction site visits to assess the level of ADA/ Accessibility compliance.
Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.
All applicants, including

City Employees:

Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

ARCHITECT – 21215

Minimum Qualifications
1. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect. Current New York State Registration as an Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
2. In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
3. In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
Preferred Skills
Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 3 years of relevant design and construction experience pertaining to accessibility (not Web Accessibility). The ability to demonstrate expertise in both the 2010 ADA Standards and Chapter 11 of the NYC Building Code is highly desirable. Candidates should have the ability to communicate highly specialized and technical information to a variety of audiences, both in writing and verbally. Candidates should be able to work in both a collaborative environment and independently, interchangeably.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/
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.
Shortlist
Job ID
716359
Title code
21215
Civil service title

ARCHITECT

Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Facility ADA Assessor

Experience Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
30-30 Thomson Ave L I City Qns

Category:

Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
Facility ADA Assessor