All interested candidates are welcome to apply and will be considered for an interview based on the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Please indicate on your Cover Letter if you are permanent in the civil service title of Assistant Civil Engineer or if you are on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #9026 or #1101). There may be current civil service list restrictions impacting the agency’s ability to hire.
The Department of Design & Construction, Division of Infrastructure seeks an Inspector. Under the direction of the Resident Engineer, the Inspector will perform technical work in the inspection of construction, repair & maintenance of roads, sewers and appurtenances, pavements, and sidewalks. This involves inspecting the grading, paving, and repaving of streets, house sewer connections, retaining walls, and the repair of water, sewer, and utility manholes.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Preferred Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with excellent verbal and written communication skills with knowledge of NYC Infrastructure system proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and construction experience related to infrastructure work (i.e., sewer, water mains, roadway work). Candidates must also be familiar with NYCDOT, NYSDOT, and NYCDEP specifications and standards, MUTCD, AASHTO, and understand the NYC street infrastructure system as well as current engineering methods and standards. Candidates familiar with the Geographic Information System (GIS) to capture, store, and analyze geographical data for future implementation is a plus.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

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.