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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 10/17/17

Applications Due11/10/17

Vacancy ID44536

AgencyDASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York

TitleSenior Code Administrator

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $81403 to $102151 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address One Penn Plaza 52nd floor

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10119

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus five years relevant experience, including two years supervisory experience or Associate's Degree in a construction or code enforcement related field plus ten years of relevant experience and two years supervisory experience, or successful completion of designated supervisor training during probationary period. Must have current certification as Code Enforcement Official in New York State and possess a valid driver's license. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other construction or code enforcement related field plus ten years relevant experience; or Associates Degree in a construction industry or code enforcement related field plus fifteen years relevant experience. Experience with code compliance reviews on large public construction projects. Two years supervisory experience. Current certification as a Code Enforcement Official in New York State and a valid driver's license. Experience reviewing projects for conformance with New York State and New York City Building Codes; design review, inspection and testing of fire alarm, fire suppression and other life safety systems; and working knowledge of related National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards.

Essential Skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable federal, State and local legislation, rules, regulations.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Access.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

Duties Description Primary Purpose
The Senior Code Administrator supervises and performs code related and fire/life safety inspections, document review and investigations to evaluate and determine code compliance and life safety conditions of projects under construction and existing facilities.

Essential Functions
• Supervise and conduct various fire/life safety inspections, testing, analysis and review of projects and facilities for compliance with all applicable client, local, State and federal codes, laws, rules and regulations, as well as DASNY policies and procedures.
• Monitor schedule for design review and construction site visits.
• Review correspondence and reports, such as design reviews, trip reports and feasibility studies.
• Consult with code enforcement, fire and other safety-related State, local and other officials when appropriate.
• Consult with DA staff on fire/life safety systems, codes and questions arising from the review of plans, drawings and construction project problems and issues.
• Consult with staff and clients on proposed changes in physical structures or in the uses of DA properties.
• Perform project drawing and specification design review, ensuring documents are code compliant, technically sound and suitable for public bidding.
• Participate in the Construction Permitting Program, including the issuance of Construction permits, Temporary Approvals for Occupancy, and Code Compliance Certificates.
• Survey property prior to acquisition or involvement by the Dormitory Authority, assessing the general condition, state of repair, level of maintenance and compliance with applicable life/safety regulations.
• Review and assess damage to DA properties.
• Prepare reports relating to assigned activities and review reports/correspondence prepared by consultants, contractors, code enforcement officials and DASNY staff.
• Supervise, train and evaluate Code Administrators serving a specific project or geographic area.
• Monitor and coordinate the day to day work of Code Administrators or other assigned staff providing code inspections on large or complex projects.
• Meet with subordinate staff to resolve issues identified in design reviews and trip reports.
• Manage workload and prioritize unit assignments.

Other Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in the development and maintenance of systems applications.
• Train and evaluate employees.
• Assist Management in the development of policies.
• Develop, document and implement procedures.
• Assess, develop and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same.
• Undertake special assignments as directed.
• Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet).
• Prepare and provide Fire Life Safety and Code related training programs for DASNY staff

Supervision
Supervision of employees may be required.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands
Frequent travel is required, using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work-safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site. Requires physical mobility (movement from place to place). Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours.

Work Environment
Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (respirators, disposable suits, boots, gloves, hard hats, and eye protection required to conduct site visit observations and associated testing). Requires use of one or more of the following: PC, telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, scanner, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, shredder.

Additional Comments **Position rates additional $5,054 annual location differential**

DASNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Nicholas Ouellette

Telephone 518-257-3544

Fax 518-257-3550

Email Address JobOpps3@dasny.org

Address

Street 515 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

 

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