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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.

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This position may include various locations.

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.

- 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.

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.

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/.

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 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.