Enforcement Audit Specialist

The Special Enforcement Team (SET) is a multidisciplinary unit composed of legal, technical, and support staff whose primary responsibility is to maintain the integrity of design professionals who file construction documents with the Department of Buildings. SET identifies and investigates design professionals, licensees and those registered with the Department for certain tasks and responsibilities. SET initiates administrative enforcement action(s) against those who fail to achieve compliance with the Zoning Resolution, Building Code, Multiple Dwelling Law, or any other Code or Rule; or who file false statements or documents with the Department.

The SET Enforcement Audit Specialist, under the direction of the Chief and Director of SET, but with latitude for independent action, will be responsible for:

- Completing complex investigations and audits of selected Professional Certification and Directive 14 job applications to determine compliance with the NYC Administrative Code, Building Code, Zoning Resolution, New York State Multiple Dwelling Law, Departmental Rules and Procedures, or any other Code or Rule.

- Completing complex investigations and audits of job applications to identify false statements and/or false documents submitted to the Department.

- Preparing written reports detailing code deficiencies found in audits.

- Conducting follow-up meetings with applicants, owners, and representatives to review audit results with the goal of amending applications to achieve compliance.

- Assisting legal staff in the preparation of enforcement cases against non-complaint design professionals.

- Issuing violations and giving testimony in Departmental enforcement actions at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH) in both the Trials and Hearings Divisions.

- Assisting and/or conducting special projects, including research, investigations, studies, and audits on subjects related to the NYC Administrative Code, Building Code, Zoning Resolution, New York State Multiple Dwelling Law, Departmental Rules and Procedures, or any other Code or Rule.

- Performing field inspections, as warranted.


REMOTE WORK
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

CIVIL ENGINEER -

Minimum Qualifications

Four years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above.
Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Preferred Skills
- Thorough knowledge of the NYC Building Code and Zoning Resolution and NYS Multiple Dwelling Law - Two years' experience with complex analysis of the NYC Building Code and Zoning Resolution and the NYS Multiple Dwelling Law - Proficient in the Buildings' Information System (BIS) and DOB NOW - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Investigative experience a plus.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position