New York City, NY
Assistant Architect
Job Location
Church Street, NY, United States
Job Description
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) keeps New York City healthy, safe, and clean by collecting, recycling, and disposing of waste, cleaning City streets and vacant lots, and clearing snow and ice. DSNY is the nation's largest municipal sanitation agency, with nearly 10,000 employees, 59 district garages, and a fleet of more than 5,000 trucks, cars, and other types of equipment. The Department clears litter, snow, and ice from approximately 6,500 miles of City streets and removes debris from vacant lots as well as abandoned vehicles from City streets.
The Bureau of Facilities, Planning, and Engineering seeks an Assistant Architect to join its Design Unit. Reporting to the director of the unit or the head of the Architectural Group, the primary responsibilities of the position will include the following:
* Engages in research, investigations, studies, or examinations related to architectural functions and activities.
* Prepares, develops, and/or reviews drawings, maps, plans, and interpretive detail sketches or layouts, using various methods and technologies, related to architectural plans for the construction, remodeling, or repair of public works, structures, or installations.
* Prepares specifications, estimates of quantities of materials required, and cost estimates for architectural projects.
* Reviews shop drawings.
* Prepares analyses of the spatial organization and efficient utilization of sites and structures, or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities, and appurtenances.
* Participates in the development of designs of exteriors, facades, ornamental work, sculpture grounds walks, etc.
* Participates in and may supervise the design, inspection, construction, demolition, and/or alteration of premises to ensure compliance with contracts, drawings, specifications, codes, resolutions, statutes, rules, or regulations and in connection with the issuance of certificates of occupancy or other requisite or pertinent permits.
* Reviews or examines plans for such purposes.
* Participates in, and may supervise, inspection or testing operations and installations on a job site by observing, checking, and certifying materials and equipment to be incorporated in public works, plants, or structures.
* To a limited extent, participates in, and may also supervise the operation and maintenance of public works, and the preparation of recommendations for alterations or repairs of public works, plants, or structures.
* May operate a motor vehicle.
* Note
This position may include various locations.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A Bachelor or a Master of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or
2. A Bachelor of Science degree in architecture that is the first four years of a five-year first professional degree program in architecture from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in architectural work; or
3. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect.
The following are examples of four-year degrees that are NOT acceptable to meet the education requirement: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology; Bachelor of Professional Studies in Architecture; Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts issued by the Architectural Department of a college; Bachelor of Science in Art and Design issued by the Architectural Department of a college.
Note:
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.
Preferred Skills
* Understanding of architectural principles and their application to the construction of large new buildings. - Good communication, organization and writing skills. - Ability/potential to work effectively with project teams in supporting roles. - Knowledge of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and updated versions of AutoCAD. - A valid New York State driver's license.
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.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Location: Church Street, NY, US
Posted Date: 9/29/2024
The Bureau of Facilities, Planning, and Engineering seeks an Assistant Architect to join its Design Unit. Reporting to the director of the unit or the head of the Architectural Group, the primary responsibilities of the position will include the following:
* Engages in research, investigations, studies, or examinations related to architectural functions and activities.
* Prepares, develops, and/or reviews drawings, maps, plans, and interpretive detail sketches or layouts, using various methods and technologies, related to architectural plans for the construction, remodeling, or repair of public works, structures, or installations.
* Prepares specifications, estimates of quantities of materials required, and cost estimates for architectural projects.
* Reviews shop drawings.
* Prepares analyses of the spatial organization and efficient utilization of sites and structures, or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities, and appurtenances.
* Participates in the development of designs of exteriors, facades, ornamental work, sculpture grounds walks, etc.
* Participates in and may supervise the design, inspection, construction, demolition, and/or alteration of premises to ensure compliance with contracts, drawings, specifications, codes, resolutions, statutes, rules, or regulations and in connection with the issuance of certificates of occupancy or other requisite or pertinent permits.
* Reviews or examines plans for such purposes.
* Participates in, and may supervise, inspection or testing operations and installations on a job site by observing, checking, and certifying materials and equipment to be incorporated in public works, plants, or structures.
* To a limited extent, participates in, and may also supervise the operation and maintenance of public works, and the preparation of recommendations for alterations or repairs of public works, plants, or structures.
* May operate a motor vehicle.
* Note
This position may include various locations.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A Bachelor or a Master of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or
2. A Bachelor of Science degree in architecture that is the first four years of a five-year first professional degree program in architecture from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in architectural work; or
3. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect.
The following are examples of four-year degrees that are NOT acceptable to meet the education requirement: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology; Bachelor of Professional Studies in Architecture; Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts issued by the Architectural Department of a college; Bachelor of Science in Art and Design issued by the Architectural Department of a college.
Note:
A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.
Preferred Skills
* Understanding of architectural principles and their application to the construction of large new buildings. - Good communication, organization and writing skills. - Ability/potential to work effectively with project teams in supporting roles. - Knowledge of computer programs such as Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat and updated versions of AutoCAD. - A valid New York State driver's license.
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.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Location: Church Street, NY, US
Posted Date: 9/29/2024
Contact Information
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