Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleProfessional Engineer 1 (Mechanical), Box OHE-754/04423
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $77187 to $97448 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical).
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical) AND possess a New York State Professional Engineer’s license and current registration. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical), you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of contingent-permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Professional Engineer 1 with one of the following parenthetical title designations: MECHANICAL, MECHANICAL/HVAC, ELECTRICAL, CIVIL, CIVIL/CONSTRUCTION, CIVIL/GEOTECHNICAL, CIVIL/STRUCTURAL, CIVIL/TRANSPORTATION, ENVIRONMENTAL, INDUSTRIAL or FIRE PROTECTION AND possess a New York State Professional Engineer’s license and current registration. For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s Office of Higher Education is seeking candidates for a Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical) position in the Office of Facilities Planning. This Office is primarily responsible for code enforcement, life safety, fire safety and health in all public K-12 schools and BOCES in the State, exclusive of New York City. Under the direction of the Professional Engineer 2 (Mechanical), the incumbent of this position will be responsible for review and approval of engineering construction documents for capital construction undertaken by public school districts and BOCES that require the approval of the Commissioner of Education. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Review preliminary plans and specifications submitted by school districts for approval prior to proceeding with final documents;
• Review bid documents for compliance with the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, as well as compliance with the Commissioner’s health and safety regulations and the Department’s Manual of Planning Standards prior to the issuance of a building permit;
• Review and approve contract change orders submitted for previously approved projects for conformance with applicable codes, rules, regulations, and standards;
• Provide technical assistance to school districts, architects, and engineers working on public school projects;
• Respond to correspondence from a wide range of individuals, including parents, citizens, school administrators, consultants, and legislators;
• Perform research to resolve code-related issues;
• Perform special assignments, including reviewing and drafting responses for legislative initiatives, drafting newsletter articles for the field, and drafting regulations;
• Make field visits and inspections to investigate code compliance, complaints, or emergency conditions, and provide on-site technical advice;
• Conduct presentations to constituent groups to promote the Department’s programs and policies; and
• Develop and maintain expertise in K-12 school facility design, construction, and operational issues.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent-permanent appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of licensure and registration will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. Continued employment as a Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical) is dependent upon maintaining a New York State Professional Engineer’s license and current registration. Failure to maintain this license with current registration will result in removal from the position.
*Leads to a maximum salary of $97,448 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 12, 2020 to ohejobs@nysed.gov (email submissions preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-754/04423) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address ohejobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by February 12, 2020 to ohejobs@nysed.gov (email submissions preferred). You must include the Box number (OHE-754/04423) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application.