Enforcement Audit Specialist

Position Overview

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, and initiates administrative enforcement actions 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 ensuring compliance and integrity during investigations and audits of job applications related to Professional Certification and Directive 14.

CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

Key Responsibilities

• 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-compliant 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 various Codes and Rules.
• Performing field inspections, as warranted.

Required Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.
• 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 employment.
• A master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required.
• Special Note: 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 project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the NYC Building Code, Zoning Resolution, and New York State Multiple Dwelling Law.
• Two (2) years of experience with complex analysis of the NYC Building Code, Zoning Resolution, and the NYS Multiple Dwelling Law.
• Proficient in using the Buildings' Information System (BIS) and DOB NOW.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Investigative experience is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Schedule: Remote work eligibility up to 2 days per week under the Remote Work Pilot Program.
• Benefits: Opportunity for the 55-a Program for qualified persons with disabilities.
• New York City Residency is not required for this position.
• The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment.