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Director of Buildings & Regulatory Compliance - City of Albany, NY

Director of Buildings & Regulatory Compliance 

City of Albany
Professional Area: 
Other topics not covered above
Experience: 
3-5 years
Phone: 
518-434-5049
Fax: 
518-434-5269
Email: 
mdixon@albanyny.gov
Location: 
AlbanyNY




This position primarily involves responsibility for supervision of the City’s code enforcement, building permitting and inspection, and office personnel as well as office operations. Primary responsibility for establishing overall strategy and focus of the Department including service level standards, internal processes and procedures, and ensuring community needs are met. The Director is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of a strategic plan for code enforcement and compliance. The Director may also engage with neighborhood associations, residents, business, developers, builders, and property owners to ensure any proposed plan meet all applicable state and local codes and to develop and execute the appropriate remedies regarding violations.
The Director of Buildings and Regulatory Compliance exercises supervision over office and inspection staff by planning and delegating assignments to appropriate personnel. The Director of Buildings and Regulatory Compliance oversees the personnel responsible for implementation and maintenance of an electronic codes data system and as well as creation and maintenance of a technologically advanced customer service system. The incumbent reports directly to the Mayor of the City of Albany.
At least five (5) years progressively responsible managerial or supervisory experience preferably overseeing similar functions AND:
  • A. A licensed engineer or architect of not fewer than three (3) years’ experience in such profession; OR 
  • B. A licensed attorney of not fewer than three (3) years’ experience handling matters dealing with state and local building codes as well as zoning and planning laws and regulations; OR 
  • C. Graduation from a regionally accredited or NYS registered college or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Engineering, Public Administration, Architecture or closely related field; OR 
  • D. A general building contractor or a person engaged in the supervision of building construction with at least nine (9) years’ experience in such profession or occupation, including project management and supervisory experience; OR 
  • E. Any comparable education and experience that provides demonstrated proficiency and skill in the assigned work activities or required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications include certification and/or Prior Experience as Chief Building Official or substantial experience as Assistant Chief Building Official. Please note this position is pending classification through NYS Civil Service for placement in the Exempt Class.
The City of Albany does have a residency requirement. 
Salary range: 75-82k/year.