City of New York
Executive Director, Bureau of Preservation Design Review Services, Division of Building and Land Development Services
New York City, NY, United States · Director · Full-time
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About the role
- Coordinate with multiple HPD divisions, as well as external City agencies and organizations, on matters that arise on HPD-assisted preservation projects.
- Provide expertise in shaping policies pertaining to the preservation of affordable housing.
- Evaluate policies and procedures for the bureau to ensure efficiency and efficacy.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Associate Commissioner to lead the division's efforts in achieving the Agency's and Division's goals and objectives of preserving affordable housing.
- Manage a portfolio of preservation projects seeking design review services and ensure that project deliverables are met prior to construction loan closings.
- Perform managerial duties, including providing guidance to deputy directors, supervisors, and staff, preparing management reports for the Associate Commissioner, establishing appropriate productivity measures, promoting collaboration among the team, and evaluating staff performance.
- Collaborate with the Office of Development's preservation program teams, provide technical assistance, troubleshoot, and make appropriate recommendations to ensure all critical project milestones are met in a timely manner.
- Oversee the maintenance of documents and guides related to the preservation of affordable housing, including but not limited to, the HPD Design Guidelines for Preservation, and J-51 Certified Reasonable Cost Schedule.
- Represent the Associate Commissioner on behalf of the agency at internal and external meetings related to policy and design matters for preservation projects.
- Collaborate with other HPD divisions to achieve agency goals, as well as to identify, monitor and/or resolve project, and policy issues.
Requirements
- Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.
- A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required.
- In addition, candidates must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative architect.
- 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.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, negotiate with diverse technical specialists, apply independent judgment in technical matters, take initiative, and work effectively with others.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, coordinate multiple initiatives at the same time, and deal with complex construction issues.
Skills
- The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) oversees housing standards across all 3.7 million homes in New York City.
- Excellent leadership, writing, research, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Visa & Work Authorization
- The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including H-1B visas
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