Construction Inspections Quality Assurance Manager

The NYC Department of Buildings is responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency and professionalism. We are committed to becoming a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. Under general direction, the

Construction Inspections Quality Assurance Manager:

• Enforces appropriate work performance standards; performs quality assurance of inspections
• Reviews inspection results and provides development sign-off; reviews and approves the filing of violations, unsafe building reports, and orders for dismissal; is responsible for the review, investigation, and appropriate disposition of complaints
• Trains staff in inspection functions and procedures
• Explains and enforces Department rules, regulations, and pertinent codes and laws
• Develops training curricula
• Plans and conducts special surveys and investigations
• Determines unsafe building conditions and refers unsafe conditions for engineering review
• Testifies as needed, including at Environmental Control Board (ECB), depositions, and court
• Maintains records and makes reports
• Issues stop work orders as necessary
• Represents the Department at meetings and conferences with representatives of public agencies and private entities
• May operate a motor vehicle in the performance of assigned duties

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In order to be considered for this position, experience as described in the minimum qualification requirements must be in in the construction trades as a carpenter, mason, ironworker, plasterer, architect, engineer, building construction superintendent, or inspector of building construction, or in related work.

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS

Only those permanent as Administrative Inspector (Buildings) NM, applicants who are reachable on the Administrative Inspector (Buildings) NM open competitive list, and applicants as indicated below will be considered. Candidates who are permanent in comparable civil service titles may be considered for title change under rule 6.1.9 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York.

REMOTE WORK

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

To Apply:

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NOTE:

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. ADM INSPECTOR

(BUILDINGS) NM

• 1007A Minimum Qualifications 1.

Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience working at a construction trade or working as an inspector of construction, hoists and rigging, plumbing, boilers, or elevators; at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity; or 2. At least two years of experience, as described in "1" above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity, and a license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the education law; or 3.Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. All candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as described in "1" above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity. One year of experience will be credited for each year of apprenticeship in the construction trades or building inspection up to a maximum of three years of the general experience. Education towards a degree in architecture, architectural technology, construction management, engineering, engineering technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university will be credited on the basis of 30 credits for one year of experience, up to a maximum of four years of the general experience. One year of experience will be credited for each year of formal training or education in a field of study relevant to the construction trades up to a maximum of two years of the general experience. Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and other applicable laws and rules under the jurisdiction of the Department of Buildings
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, managerial, and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented
• Computer literacy 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.