Staff engineer bureau of environmental disease prevention

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Promote Strategies to Improve Indoor Air Quality.
• Contribute on the development of guidelines related to building ventilation and environmental controls.
• Conduct research, literature, and policy review as needed.
• Provide engineering and scientific-related research and technical expertise on industry principles and practices to promote strategies for improving indoor air quality and mitigating exposure to airborne hazards.
• Ensure that policies and recommendations made by the Department meet or exceed existing NYC and NYS mechanical code requirements for the applicable setting(s). o Identify novel and/or cost-effective strategies to improve indoor air quality in buildings that were constructed prior to current mechanical code requirements.
• Evaluate window fall prevention device submissions for the Window Fall Prevention Program
• Review and assess applications for variance requests and new device approvals of window fall prevention devices to be used in residential buildings throughout NYC.
• Provide clear written review comments and technical guidance to address design or submission deficiencies and manage multiple reviews.
• Conduct onsite inspections to confirm window fall prevention devices are performing as expected and in accordance with approved plans.
  
  

Other Duties

• Represent EDP and the Division on internal and external task forces, committees and workgroups.
• Support EDP and the Division's emergency preparedness and response activities, as needed.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of indoor air quality science and IAQ assessment tools and methodologies.
• Candidates should be familiar with ASHRAE 62.1 and 62.2 (Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality).
• Candidates should be familiar with DOB Mechanical Code, Ventilation Chapter.
• Prior experience in environmental science, environmental health, and/or building safety is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences.
• Easily adaptable to a dynamic work environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  
  

Why You Should Work For Us

• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.
  
  

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER - 20415

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; and
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
  
  

A masters degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the mechanical engineering experience required in “1" above.

Special Note

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

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

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.