Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState, Department of

TitleProfessional Engineer 1 Civil Construction, Salary Grade – 24 (NY HELPS)- Vac ID 223767

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade24

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

Salary RangeFrom $102406 to $127439 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 99 Washington Avenue

Suite 1150

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12231

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Professional Engineer Civil/Construction duties in the Modular and Code Development Units will include but are not limited to the following: (Please reference which unit you are interested in, or if you are interested in both in your application email.)
Modular Unit:
• Provide technical assistance to code enforcement officials, elected officials, building design staff, and other parties with an interest in the Uniform Code, the technical standards referenced therein, and the regulations pertaining to the enforcement thereof.

• Provide technical assistance to code enforcement officials, elected officials, building design staff, and other parties with an interest in the Uniform Code, the technical standards referenced therein, and the_ regulations pertaining to the enforcement thereof.

• When assigned as a special task, prepare and submit written reports which provide in-depth technical discussion of the underlying safety principles pertaining to selected provisions of the Uniform Code.

• When assigned as a special task, support regional services technical staff requesting assistance with variance petitions by performing research, evaluation of the subject petition, and preparation of a written summary of findings. When requested, attend hearings to assist the board with questions regarding circumstances associated with the petition.

• When assigned, represent the Department of State at meetings, speaking engagements, and official functions.

• Coordinate day-to-day processing and scheduling of applications and fee payments for factory-manufactured home approvals, keeping unit director informed of progress. Assist in maintaining approval files, reports, and accounting records.

• When assigned, perform on-site factory evaluations of modular building manufacturers for conformance with applicable regulations. Prepare correspondence which communicates nonconformances to the manufacturers and quality assurance agencies.

• Conducts oneself while on official duty or while reasonably identifiable to the public as an employee of the Department of State with integrity and in a positive and professional manner consistent with state laws, regulations and policies, and Department and Division written policy.

Code Development Unit:
• Preparing and reviewing proposed written technical changes to New York State’s codes and the International Model Codes and making presentations on the technical proposals.
• Assist in updating the technical requirements, guidance documents, and papers for the New York State’s Uniform Code, Energy Code, and other regulations.
• Review, analyze, prepare written reports, and work with counsel to recommend new or revised provisions of law, regulation, or code, for local government programs in the administration and enforcement of The Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (the "Uniform Code") as well as the State Energy Code.
• Assist in providing technical support across the state as assigned. Technical support in the form of technical assistance, training, and potentially direct enforcement as assigned.
• Evaluate highly technical code and building science questions and develop a detailed, comprehensive, and accurate response. Ensure that the content of verbal responses is comprehensive, accurate, explains the material clearly and concisely.
• Provide support and direct subordinate staff in the form of plan reviews, inspections, and responses to questions concerning the proper application of the codes. Ensure the support provided is technically accurate and provided in an effective manner.
• Review local laws and ordinances governing building construction. Reviewing and analyzing more restrictive local standards to the Uniform Code and reports received from local governments.
• Deliver technical support and code training on-line, and in large groups (300-400 students) to ensure the training is delivered properly, accurately, and professionally. Mentor and collaborate with other 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.
• Determining if local governments are properly enforcing the code and if not, determine the best course of action to assist them in doing so.
• Reviewing and evaluating building permit applications and building construction plan reviews.
• Inspection and evaluation of construction work and code compliance being completed by others.
• Advising local governments on how to incorporate best practice into their code enforcement program.
• Supervising subordinate staff within the Unit.
• When requested, performing Inspections associated with the Division’s responsibility to manage the Disaster and Emergency Response support statewide.

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

NY HELPS:

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

The minimum qualifications for Non-Competitive appointment are:
A New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration and a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; or a New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration and one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience as listed below.

Qualifying degrees: Architectural Engineering, Architectural Engineering Technology, Building Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Management, Construction Engineering Management Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydraulics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.

Qualifying experience: One year of full-time engineering experience related to construction project supervision of the structural and architectural elements of the building

55 B/C APPOINTMENT: This position is eligible for 55B/C designation and candidates with 55B/C eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet any open competitive minimum qualifications and must submit their current 55B/C eligibility letter along with their application.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

CIVIL SERVICE LIST APPOINTMENT: Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list.

TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS: One year of permanent, contingent permanent, or 55-B/C service in a title SG-22 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.

A list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

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.

If position will receive location pay, please add applicable information below:
Positions located within the New York City metropolitan area, as well as Suffolk, Nassau, Rockland, and Westchester Counties, are also eligible to receive an additional $4,150 annual downstate adjustment. OR
Positions located within Orange, Dutchess and Putnam are also eligible to receive an additional $2,150 Mid-Hudson adjustment.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

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

How to Apply

Name Human Resources / DK

Telephone 5184742752

Fax 518-402-3656

Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov

Address

Street 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, resume, degree/transcript, and New York State Part 1 Application (https://dos.ny.gov/employment-opportunities) to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov. Please include Title, Location and Vacancy ID # you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Also, please include the unit(s) you are interested in applying for.