Code Compliance Specialist

Job Details Job Location
217 WYCKOFF AVENUE - BROOKLYN, NY

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
High School

Salary Range
$24.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Job Shift
Day Shift

Job Description Organizational Overview: RiseBoro Community Partnership is a comprehensive agency that serves underserved communities in New York City. Since its inception in 1973, RiseBoro has collaborated with community leaders, government agencies, and private investors to address housing, health, and service needs. Their programs span various areas, including housing, senior services, health care, youth development, education, empowerment, community development, arts programming, skills training, homelessness prevention, and access to healthy foods.

Here are some highlights:

Youth Center: RiseBoro converted 30,000 square feet of vacant land into a youth center, providing local youth and their families with opportunities for skill development, mentorship, and growth.

Senior Services: RiseBoro was designated the first Innovative Senior Center in Brooklyn by the NYC Department for the Aging. Their extensive programming includes health management, physical exercise, and nutritional programs, collaborating with local hospitals and universities.

Affordable Housing: RiseBoro is involved in affordable housing projects, such as the Hunters Point venture, which includes 1,100 apartments and retail/community space. 80% of the units are permanently affordable or earmarked for seniors.

RiseBoro's mission is to empower communities to thrive, regardless of the odds. They work toward a city where zip codes don't determine health outcomes, housing stability, or economic power.

If you're interested, consider becoming part of the RiseBoro community.

Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salary offer will be based on the candidate's experience in the exact or comparable position and additional preferred qualifications will be considered.

Purpose of Position:Under the general supervision of the Code Compliance Manager, the Code Compliance Specialist is responsible for assisting with all aspects of violation removal and code compliance for all RiseBoro Management Corporation (RBMC) managed properties, including and not limited to hearing representation, collaborating with property management team to prepare for HPD inspections, research and preparing all necessary paperwork and steps to clear violations, and along with the Asset Management and Property Management teams, develop and implement a proactive plan to prevent violations across the RBMC managed portfolio.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM

Hourly: $24.00

Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties:

Track all HPD and tenant violations on RiseBoro buildings and coordinate necessary work until their abatement, certification of completion, and closeout are attained Proactively ensure any violations received are corrected and certified promptly Monitor all Jack Jaffa alerts and coordinate with appropriate property management teams to generate emergency repairs and requests Assist the Code Compliance Manager in tracking all FDNY certifications held by RiseBoro Management Corporation (RBMC) staff and track/schedule renewal testing Contact vendors related to mold, lead paint, ironwork & appliance repair, or replacement to complete work orders for any Class A, B, and C violations timely Engage with tenants to track the progression of work related to the timely removal/resolution of violations Prepare reports as required such as monthly violation reports Provide city agencies such as HPD, NYCHA, DOB & DHCR with required documents of correction of violations via a certificate of correction, e-certification, dismissal request Conduct visual inspections of properties to comply with HPD & FDNY code laws Renew Multiple Dwelling Registration (MDR) for all RiseBoro properties Prepare and review documents received from Property Management staff before submitting information to legal Obtain bank-certified checks per city agency requests fee or violation payments remitted in person Create work orders to address violations as needed Attend scheduled tenant meetings and events with NYPD, City agencies, community councils, and other local institutions to address community and RiseBoro concerns Other related duties as assigned by the Manager Competencies: Working knowledge of Section 8, (NYCHA and HPD) DHCR, Rent Stabilization Law, Rent Guidelines Board, and Fair Housing Ability to interact effectively with applicants, tenants, and all levels of staff and management Flexibility, creativity, and initiative to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to effectively multi-task, follow up processes, and use independent judgment to produce quality work on time Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population, and contribute to building a positive team spirit Commitment to RiseBoro's mission, vision, and values Experience in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality, particularly with client information Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias (i.e., people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.) Education Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent 1 - 3 years of related work experience preferred A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Property Manager is a plus Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision FSA after 60 days Commuter Benefits after 30 days 403B eligible after 30 days 13 Agency Holidays off 15 Vacation Days year 1

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

(EEO)/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.