Posting number: 88
Department: Infrastructure
Job classification: Architect
Posting type: Open
Categories: Architecture
The City of Jersey City is seeking an experienced and licensed Architect for the Division of Architecture. Under the direction of your manager, the Architect supervises and coordinates the activities of an architectural unit responsible for the planning, development, and design of drawings for new buildings and the renovation and modernization of old structures and other related duties.
Preferred Educational Background: Graduation from an accredited college or University with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
Preferred Education/Skills/Qualifications: Proficiency in AutoCAD Revit is desirable.
Required Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in designing large and varied types of buildings and preparing architectural plans, drawings, and specifications.
Required License: Appointees must possess a valid license as an Architect issued by the New Jersey State Board of Architects. Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Full Civil Service job description available here: https://info.csc.nj.gov/jobspec/00276@.htm. You must eventually pass and qualify for this Civil Service title.
Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by NJ First Act.
The City of Jersey City was incorporated by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on January 28, 1820. Known as America’s Golden Door, Jersey City is the second-most populous city in New Jersey and one of the most diverse cities, if not the most diverse, in the entire country. As an employer, the City of Jersey City strives to lead the public sector in innovative, ethical best practices in a way that honors and respects Jersey City’s roots while decidedly moving it towards its ever brighter, prosperous future.
Our positions range from public safety positions within the emergency services and police and fire divisions (both civilian and non-civilian) to seasonal and full-time work at the City’s parks and recreation facilities, all the way to positions within the skilled trades and professional sector (law, health, finance, accounting, communications and information technology). And with everything from entry level to middle and senior-level management positions, we are always looking for more well-qualified personnel to join us!
Be a part of the team that helps run this great city by joining the more than 3,000 employees working together to serve our residents in the best way possible. With excellent benefits, a strong, unionized workforce and a management team, City Council and Mayor all working towards growth and improvement, Jersey City is the ideal place to start, continue or grow your career. If you love Jersey City, come work for Jersey City!
Please visit http: www.jerseycitynj.gov/ for information on current job listings, municipal services, permits, licenses, and records.
