Senior Director Code Compliance, ECSC

NY HELP No Agency Empire State Development, NYS Title Senior Director Code Compliance, ECSC Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit None listed Salary Range From $110000 to $120000 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 9 AM To 5:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Erie Street Address 95 Perry Street City Buffalo State NY Zip Code 14203 Duties Description Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.BASIC FUNCTION:Primarily responsible for the oversight of annual maintenance and repair work, capital improvements projects and events, and the issuance of construction permits and code compliance certificates so that the buildings, premises, equipment, and activities of ECSC are maintained and operated in conformance with applicable provisions of the Uniform Code. At the direction of the ECSC President and in coordination with WNY Leadership, this person shall also be available to augment ESDu2019s code compliance and enforcement capabilities by providing technical support related to capital projects and events being undertaken through ESDu2019s WNY Regional Office and other WNY-based subsidiaries (Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation and USA Niagara Development Corporation). Travel is required, as well as hybrid, in office days.WORK PERFORMED:Lead all construction permit applications and assist the Code Coordinator as necessary for inspections during the process of construction or events, and for inspections in response to complaints regarding work which is subject to the Uniform Code. When appropriate, issue notices of violations, stop work orders, and temporary approvals for occupancy.u2022 Lead the review of tenantu2019s fire safety, kitchen equipment, and/or other equipment inspections.u2022 Lead the review and provide input on tenantsu2019 Annual Preventative Maintenance Plan and Annual Capital Improvement Plans.u2022 As necessary, procure/manage work of consultants involved in ECSC maintenance, capital and/or code compliance projects.u2022 Establish/maintain contact with tenant(s) and their staff/consultants, fire and safety officials, government officials and staff.u2022 Ability to scope out/identify and oversee necessary code compliance and enforcement tasks to implement on construction work and events.u2022 Prepare and assist in the preparation of briefings, summaries, white papers, and other communications.u2022 Prepare administrative documents, including annual ECSC code report, presentation materials and origination documents.u2022 Read, review, and comment on preliminary/final design drawings, construction documents, and specifications for public infrastructure, capital improvement, and building projects.u2022 Provide selective support for activities in the ESD Western New York (u201cWNYu201d) Region.u2022 Other projects/initiative as assigned by the ECSC President. Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: A bacheloru2019s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field. The applicant should be able to drive and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds, climb a ladder and/or stairs, and stand or walk for approximately 4 hours of an 8-hour workday. At the time of appointment, applicant must possess a valid Class D Driver License with no restrictions valid in the State of New York.Relevant experience required: New York State licensed architect, New York State professional engineer, or an individual otherwise qualified by reason of training and experience who has demonstrated knowledge of the construction aspects of the code with five yearsu2019 experience working directly with the code. All applicants shall have completed a course of instruction as specified by the Secretary. ECSC/ESD-WNY regional and subsidiary staff, tenant(s), construction companies, fire and safety officials, and counterparts in local, state and federal government agencies.Knowledge required: Strong knowledge of Buffalo/WNY development context. Project development and government relations, public policy, data/financial analyses; effective writing and oral communication skills. ECSC/ESD-WNY regional and subsidiary staff, tenant(s), construction companies, fire and safety officials, and counterparts in local, state and federal government agencies. Ability to read, review, and comment on preliminary/final design drawings, construction documents, and specifications for public infrastructure, capital improvement, and building projects. Additional Comments Salary range as prehensive Benefits Package. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Jane Martinez u2013 HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist Telephone N/A Fax N/A Email Address Address Street 655 Third Avenue City New York State NY Zip Code 10017 Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for considerationWE ARE N EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

Created: 2026-02-04