Emergency Inspector

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. The selected candidate for the Emergency Inspector position will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Conducting technical inspections in response to general public complaints, interagency referrals, incidents, special assignments, and/or enforcement sweeps. Responding to emergencies promptly, taking Incident Commander's role when necessary. Providing accurate and appropriate technical information to immediate supervisor, senior staff and other emergency responders. Communicating with agencies/organizations in order to confirm the nature, scope and impact of incidents. Collecting in an efficient and timely manner all necessary incident related information. Issuing violations, stop work orders and/or summonses for non-compliance with the Building Code, Zoning Resolution and other applicable laws and regulations. Preparing accurate route sheets, inspection reports, relevant enforcement orders, and checklists. Representing the Department at court hearing by thoroughly researching and preparing pertinent information prior to court appearance. May be on call or required to work nights, early mornings, holidays, and weekends. 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 in “1” above and one year of formal training or education in an acceptable construction program given in a college, technical school or trade school; or Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two years in length, in a construction trade or building inspection; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1,” “3,” “4,” or “5” above To be eligible for placement to 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 in “1” above or (b) a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and at least one year of experience as described in “1” above. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II above, at least one additional year of experience as described in “1” above. To be eligible for placement to Assignment Level IV, individuals other than licensed professional engineers or registered architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level III above, at least one year of experience as described in “1” above in a supervisory capacity. Preferred Skills Formal training/credentials in IC5-100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800- Knowledge of NYC Incident Command System- Experience in preparing ATC-45 reports 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Department of Building