Director – Fix the City Initiative for Office of Enforcement and Neighborhood Services

New York City
New York, NY
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

The Director will lead the Fix the City Initiative, a strategic effort to hold landlords accountable for long histories of persistent noncompliance and egregious violations of the Housing Maintenance Code. The goal is to compel these landlords into meaningful long-term compliance or transition ownership to responsible entities who will repair and maintain the buildings.

What You Will Do

The Director will coordinate with Assistant Commissioners and staff to identify portfolios for the initiative, conduct research and investigation into the financial aspects of target portfolios, recommend tailored enforcement or preservation next steps, and partner with the Office of Development to identify and support portfolio preservation purchases.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge in New York City housing dynamics, strong analytical skills, and strong project management skills. They will also have experience in engaging with financial institutions and non-profit lenders.

Requirements

  • Five years of full-time paid experience in the inspection of buildings for compliance with the New York City Multiple Dwelling Law, Housing Maintenance Code, Building Code, Zoning Regulations and other pertinent laws, rules and regulations
  • An associate degree from an accredited college in civil or mechanical engineering technology, architectural technology, or a related field and three years of full-time paid experience in building design or the engineering and/or architectural aspects related to building design and/or construction
  • Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2'

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid holidays
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