Assistant Architect

IMPORTANT NOTE: CANDIDATES MUST HAVE A PERMANENT ASSISTANT ARCHITECT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSISTANT ARCHITECT OPEN COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM NO. 5011 OR ARE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR A 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR EMPLOYEE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN) WHEN APPLYING AND INDICATE IN YOUR COVER LETTER YOUR PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR INDICATE YOUR LIST NO. FOR EXAM NO. 5011. NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service. DOF’s The Administration and Planning Division is responsible for managing and overseeing administrative and operational services for the agency. This includes the daily management of the Offices of Financial Management, Purchasing and Contracts, Operational Services, and Diversity and Inclusion. The Office of Operational Services coordinates and directs all facilities-related operational support services for both public and privately leased properties agency-wide, including space planning, telecommunications, security, fire safety, health and safety, and fleet and transportation operations. The division also includes the agency warehouse, print shop, and mailroom operations. The Facilities Management Unit seeks an Assistant Architect to assist in the planning, coordinating, and administration of design and construction projects for leased and City-owned facilities. Responsibilities include supporting project planning, programming, design development, contract administration, construction coordination, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, agency requirements, budgets, schedules, and design standards. Reporting to the Director of Planning & Design, the selected candidate’s duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following: • Prepare architectural drawings and construction documents. • Review architectural plans and specifications and design submissions. • Conduct field inspections and site visits. • Assist with coordinating design and construction projects. • Support agency space planning and workplace improvement initiatives. • Assist with renovation and improvement projects. • Review project compliance with applicable building codes and agency standards • Coordinate project schedules, documentation and stakeholder communications. • Support construction administration throughout the project implementation. Additional Information: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed between the City and the Collective Bargaining Unit representing employees serving in the civil service title.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp. • Working knowledge of Microsoft project and Adobe Creative Suite. • Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (IBIM). • Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, collaboration and attention-to-detail skills. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines. • Knowledge of architectural drafting, detailing, and construction documentation. • Basic knowledge of project management and construction administration. • Ability to conduct site visits, surveys, and field inspections. • Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, consultants and agency stakeholders • Knowledge of cost estimation and construction materials.

New York City residency is not required for this position.