Limited Alteration Application (LAA) Intern

About the Team At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution. We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent. The Limited Alteration Application (LAA) unit reviews DOB NOW applications for plumbing work, fire suppression piping replacement and repairs, and oil burner installations that do not include construction work. Apart from some minor new installations, LAA work is generally restricted to repair and/or replacement of existing equipment and does not require a Professional Engineer (PE) or a Registered Architect (RA). Position Responsibilities Under the direction and supervision of the Deputy Director, Limited Alteration Application (LAA), the intern will: - Monitor and track Emergency Work Notification (EWN) filings and associated permits for code compliance. - Research and update the LAA Certified Listing Agency Appliances spreadsheet - Assist with updating and formatting the LAA Uniform Audit Checklist - Help structure and update LAA Quick Code Reference Guide (code cheat sheet) - Assist with Ordinary Plumbing Work (OPWs) Audits and Property Profile reviews - Communicate with stakeholders regarding Ordinary Plumbing Work processes and Emergency Work Notifications Major/ Field of Study: - Architecture, Architectural Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or Construction Management - Interest in the NYC Construction Codes PAY RATES Entering Freshmen through completion of Sophomore year: $17.50 Entering Junior through completion of Senior year: $17.75 Graduate level: $18.00 WORK HOURS Up to 17 hours/week when school is in session Up to 35 hours/week during school break REMOTE WORK When working a 35 hour/week schedule, 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. COLLEGE AIDE (ALL CITY DEPTS) - 10209 For Assignment Level I: Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school. For Assignment Level II (Information Technology): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow): Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications. SPECIAL NOTE Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods. 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.