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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 01/25/23

Applications Due02/09/23

Vacancy ID122631

NY HELPNo

AgencyState, Department of

TitleCode Compliance Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $79325 to $100342 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address One Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Avenue

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12231

Minimum Qualifications PROVISIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Based on the results of the canvass of the current eligible list for the Code Compliance Specialist 2 the Department may elect to make a provisional appointment to this position rather than a permanent appointment. If a provisional appointment is made, the appointed candidate will be required to compete in the next holding of the Code Compliance Specialist 2 exam and be reachable for appointment from the newly established eligible list.

The minimum qualifications for Provisional appointment are:
You must have an active certification as a Code Enforcement Official pursuant to Title 19 NYCRR, Part 434, or Part 1208 AND:

Either 1. seven years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff;

Or 2. an associate's degree** in architectural engineering, architecture, civil engineering, construction technology/management, electrical engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection technology, or mechanical engineering AND five years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff;

Or 3. a bachelor's or higher degree** in architectural engineering, architecture, civil engineering, construction technology/management, electrical engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection technology, or mechanical engineering AND three years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff.

**Degrees in other fields will NOT be substituted in lieu of the specific specialized degrees listed above.

*Qualifying Experience: Experience in any combination of:

Either 1. the enforcement, inspection, development, or teaching of building codes or fire codes;

Or 2. the design of buildings in a position such as a specifications writer, draftsperson, architect, or engineer.

NON-QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Experience performing design, construction, or inspection of bridges and/or highways; labor law, wage or health and safety inspections/investigations not primarily related to building codes or fire codes; experience as a firefighter where responsibilities do not include conducting fire code or building code inspections as a primary assignment; and clerical or support duties associated with fire or building code inspections are NOT considered qualifying experience. This list is not all inclusive.

55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS
Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.

You must meet the open competitive qualifications from the most recent examination announcement. The open competitive minimum qualifications are:

You must have an active certification as a Code Enforcement Official pursuant to Title 19 NYCRR, Part 434, or Part 1208 AND:

Either 1. seven years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff;

Or 2. an associate's degree** in architectural engineering, architecture, civil engineering, construction technology/management, electrical engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection technology, or mechanical engineering AND five years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff;

Or 3. a bachelor's or higher degree** in architectural engineering, architecture, civil engineering, construction technology/management, electrical engineering, fire protection engineering, fire protection technology, or mechanical engineering AND three years of full-time qualifying experience* as described below, which must include one year of supervision of subordinate staff.

**Degrees in other fields will NOT be substituted in lieu of the specific specialized degrees listed above.

*Qualifying Experience: Experience in any combination of:

Either 1. the enforcement, inspection, development, or teaching of building codes or fire codes;

Or 2. the design of buildings in a position such as a specifications writer, draftsperson, architect, or engineer.

NON-QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Experience performing design, construction, or inspection of bridges and/or highways; labor law, wage or health and safety inspections/investigations not primarily related to building codes or fire codes; experience as a firefighter where responsibilities do not include conducting fire code or building code inspections as a primary assignment; and clerical or support duties associated with fire or building code inspections are NOT considered qualifying experience. This list is not all inclusive.

Duties Description The Code Compliance Specialist 2 duties will include but are not limited to the following:
• Work independently on course development, revisions, and updates by a specified dateline. Evaluate highly technical code and building science requirements and develop effective and comprehensible training programs. Ensure that the content of course materials submitted to the Program Manager is comprehensive, accurate, explains the material clearly and concisely, and is creative.
• Deliver training online and in large groups (300-400 students) to ensure that the training is delivered properly, accurately, and professionally. Mentor and collaborate with other CCSII staff in their performance and presentation of the class material and provide guidance on how they can improve their delivery and meet the intended goals of the training.
• Assist in providing regional support across the state as assigned. Regional support in the form of training, technical assistance, and potentially direct enforcement is provided as assigned. Provide support and direct staff in the form of training, plan reviews, inspections, and responses to questions concerning the proper application of the codes and similar activities and ensure that they are technically accurate and are provided in an effective manner.
• Review, analyze, prepare written reports, and work with counsel to recommend new or revised provisions of law, regulation, or code, concerning the local government programs for administration and enforcement of the Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Codes and the State Energy Code.
• Prepare proposed written technical changes to New York State’s codes and the International Model Codes and make verbal presentations. Assist in updating New York State’s Uniform Code, Energy Code and other regulations.
• Review local laws and ordinances governing building construction.

Additional Comments The Department of State is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.

We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.

All Department of State employees may be required to be tested weekly for COVID-19 unless they are fully vaccinated. Employees who are vaccinated must provide proof of vaccination status through a secure online portal.

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

Name Erin Connors

Telephone 518-474-2752

Fax 518-402-3656

Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov

Address

Street One Commerce Plaza

99 Washington Avenue, Suite 1150

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12231

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested and meet the minimum qualifications
above, email your cover letter, and resume to
HRM.Recruitment@DOS.NY.GOV. Please include Title, Location
and Vacancy ID # you are applying for in the subject line of
your email.

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