Deputy Director, Alternative Energy

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Per NYC Administrative Code, Section 28-103.31, the NYC Department of Buildings is required to establish an Office of Alternative Energy. The duties of the office include, but not limited to, a) establishing a program to assist with the technical review and approval of applications and other documents submitted to the department in connection with alternative energy projects, b) provide guidance to applicants in connection with such projects, c) support technical research for advancing energy legislation and policy within the city, and d) receive and respond to comments, questions and complaints with respect to such program. Includes coordinating with the applicable Mayor's Offices for planning and sustainability, Fire Department, Department of Small Business Services, Department of Housing Preservation and Development, and other relevant agencies to ensure that policies are in place to encourage the installation and maintenance of alternative energy projects, and seeking cooperation and assistance from the city university of New York with respect to such policies; and making recommendations to the Commissioner and the heads of other agencies with respect to streamlining the process for obtaining the necessary approvals to install and maintain alternative energy projects. The Office of Alternative Energy (OAE) is housed in the Office of Technical Certification and Research (OTCR). Under direction, the Deputy Director, Alternative Energy shall: - Identify and advance Department, City, and state policy related to alternative energy. - Participate in discussions affecting energy policy and legislation. Assist with drafting related policy and legislation where needed. - Review and process applications in connection with alternative energy projects. Work with applicants, manufacturers, and integrators to obtain required documentation. Standardize review processes and/or establish acceptance criteria for frequently used technology. - Maintain details, documents, communications and status of all projects under review, policy discussions, and drafting of legislation. Prepare periodic reports on the progress of applications, policy discussion and legislation. - Accompany or represent the Director at meetings with the Mayor's Office and other agencies facilitating alternative energy use. Share relevant information with related to OAE review and collaborate with other agencies. License Requirement A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer (PE) or a valid New York State Registration as an Architect (RA) is required. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect must be maintained for the duration of employment. Comparable Civil Service Titles Permanent Administrative Architects and applicants who are reachable on the Administrative Architect open competitive list may be considered under that title. Permanent Administrative Engineers at the Department of Buildings and applicants who are reachable on the Administrative Engineer promotion list for the Department of Buildings may be considered under that title. REMOTE WORK: This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program. To Apply: Visit Jobs NYC (cityjobs.nyc.gov) to view and apply for available positions. Search by agency (Department of Buildings), keywords, or for the specific Job ID #. NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.

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