City of New York
Supervising Inspector, DHS Inspections
City of New York, All Saints Village, Missouri, United States
Supervising Inspector, DHS Inspections – City of New York
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Supervising Inspector, DHS Inspections
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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. We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent.
This position performs supervisory work in the inspection of buildings, other structures, and/or devices in the assigned discipline/s for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
Under Direction
Assists and supports the Chief and Assistant Chief with daily operations.
Monitors, adjusts and approves inspectors’ routes and submitted inspection records per relevant protocols.
Supervises inspectorial staff; prioritizes, assigns and coordinates workflow to ensure timely achievement of unit goals.
When conducting inspections in the field, responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints; issues violations, summonses and stop work orders; and verifies licenses of onsite workers.
Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field.
Coordinates and makes joint inspections with other inspectors and makes special field inspections.
Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
Maintains records and makes reports.
Train subordinates in their duties.
May review applications relevant to the field.
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.
May perform special assignments as needed.
May assist supervisor.
You must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Candidates applying for Special Patrolman status must have NYC residency, be a US Citizen and be of good moral character.
Unit Assignment
This position is funded by a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) for inspection of homeless shelters. Continued assignment in this position is conditional on funding from DHS. All positions are Citywide. You may be transferred or your work location may change at any time with appropriate notice.
Remote Work
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.
Inspections – Construction (Job Code: 31622)
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full-time satisfactory experience working in the construction trades as a carpenter, mason, ironworker, plasterer, architect, engineer, building construction superintendent, or inspector of building construction, or in related work. Working as a roofer, painter, sheet-metal worker, metal lather, sheetrock taper, glazier, or insulation installer is not acceptable experience; or
A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law or a license as a Site Safety Manager issued by the NYC Department of Buildings; or
Sixty credits towards a degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; or
One year of experience as described above and one year of formal training or education in an acceptable construction program from a college, technical school or trade school; or
Completion of an apprentice program (minimum two years) in a construction trade or building inspection; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above requirements.
To be eligible for Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed professional engineers, registered architects, or Site Safety Managers must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, either (a) at least three additional years of experience as described above or (b) a baccalaureate degree plus at least one year of experience as described above.
To be eligible for Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment II above, at least one additional year of experience as described above.
To be eligible for Assignment Level IV, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment III above, at least one year of experience as described above in a supervisory capacity.
Preferred Skills
Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and other applicable laws and rules under the jurisdiction of the Department of Buildings
Computer literacy
Written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to explain technical requirements in lay terms
Ability to read and interpret blueprint plans and specifications
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.
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.
Salary: $70,898.00 – $81,533.00
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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Supervising Inspector, DHS Inspections
role at
City of New York .
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. We are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable and transparent.
This position performs supervisory work in the inspection of buildings, other structures, and/or devices in the assigned discipline/s for conformity with NYC Construction Codes, Department rules, other pertinent laws and rules, and approved plans and specifications.
Under Direction
Assists and supports the Chief and Assistant Chief with daily operations.
Monitors, adjusts and approves inspectors’ routes and submitted inspection records per relevant protocols.
Supervises inspectorial staff; prioritizes, assigns and coordinates workflow to ensure timely achievement of unit goals.
When conducting inspections in the field, responds to, reports and investigates accidents, incidents and complaints; issues violations, summonses and stop work orders; and verifies licenses of onsite workers.
Explains and enforces laws and rules relevant to the field.
Coordinates and makes joint inspections with other inspectors and makes special field inspections.
Testifies as needed, including at ECB, depositions, and court.
Studies drawings to obtain details for inspections.
Maintains records and makes reports.
Train subordinates in their duties.
May review applications relevant to the field.
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.
May perform special assignments as needed.
May assist supervisor.
You must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
Candidates applying for Special Patrolman status must have NYC residency, be a US Citizen and be of good moral character.
Unit Assignment
This position is funded by a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) for inspection of homeless shelters. Continued assignment in this position is conditional on funding from DHS. All positions are Citywide. You may be transferred or your work location may change at any time with appropriate notice.
Remote Work
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.
Inspections – Construction (Job Code: 31622)
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of full-time satisfactory experience working in the construction trades as a carpenter, mason, ironworker, plasterer, architect, engineer, building construction superintendent, or inspector of building construction, or in related work. Working as a roofer, painter, sheet-metal worker, metal lather, sheetrock taper, glazier, or insulation installer is not acceptable experience; or
A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law or a license as a Site Safety Manager issued by the NYC Department of Buildings; or
Sixty credits towards a degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; or
One year of experience as described above and one year of formal training or education in an acceptable construction program from a college, technical school or trade school; or
Completion of an apprentice program (minimum two years) in a construction trade or building inspection; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above requirements.
To be eligible for Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed professional engineers, registered architects, or Site Safety Managers must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, either (a) at least three additional years of experience as described above or (b) a baccalaureate degree plus at least one year of experience as described above.
To be eligible for Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment II above, at least one additional year of experience as described above.
To be eligible for Assignment Level IV, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment III above, at least one year of experience as described above in a supervisory capacity.
Preferred Skills
Working knowledge of the NYC Construction Codes, Zoning Resolution, and other applicable laws and rules under the jurisdiction of the Department of Buildings
Computer literacy
Written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to explain technical requirements in lay terms
Ability to read and interpret blueprint plans and specifications
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.
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.
Salary: $70,898.00 – $81,533.00
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Government Administration
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