Department Of Buildings

The position leads and manages a unit responsible for the inspection of buildings for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, and approved plans. Manage a unit that conducts efficient inspection work to attain target goals. Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates. Meet with inspectors to resolve concerns and deploy personnel for optimum service. Explain and enforce laws and rules, testify as needed, maintain records, issue stop work orders, and represent the Department at meetings.

Under direction of the Deputy Director, Alternative Energy, the Engineer will work on alternative energy and electrical/mechanical code related issues, review requests for material approval, and work on other various technical subject matters. They will research, evaluate, and document use of materials in accordance with the NYC Construction Codes and manage technical review and approval of applications submitted to the department.

The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) manages the primary procurement functions of the agency with responsibility of planning and purchasing for the agency’s contract budget which supports the activities of over 1,600 budgeted employees. The Analyst will be responsible for all facets of the procurement process for the agency’s small purchasing, M/WBE procurements, Information Technology, fleet, and special projects. This work will include contract development, bidding, negotiation, and the administration of contracts.

The Auditor's role includes the review of applications with the added goals of critically evaluating the Department's current plan examination practices in order to suggest improvements to standards for review and approval of applications. A critical goal of this monitoring program is to build technical expertise within the agency to support its long-term objectives of high quality, best-in-class service, and construction safety.

The candidate will be responsible for managing and tracking all DOB NOW system activity, including permit filings, renewals, and approvals, as well as Professional Certification (Pro Cert) and Standard filings submissions. They will also be assigning and routing solar and permit-related tasks to appropriate personnel or teams, investigating and resolving permit-related complaints, and overseeing and responding to inquiries via the Solar Mailbox, addressing topics such as Solar Property Tax Abatement (PTA).

The Enforcement Attorney will be assigned to at least one Borough office and work on proactive enforcement cases and projects with Borough staff, as well as other units in the Enforcement bureau or Department. Work includes performing all areas of case management, including initial and continuing research, designing an appropriate legal strategy, developing and overseeing a case tracking system, preparing and prosecuting cases or supporting hearings.

Under supervision, performs legal work pertaining to sustainable building issues, including energy efficiency, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, and renewable and clean energy. Conducts legal and policy research, analyzes statutes and regulations, and drafts legal documents. Assists in the development of building sustainability policy and collaborates with team members and partners, while undertaking special projects and assignments.