Career Opportunity

Architectural Assistant II - Building Design & Construction - Public Works (5261 TPV)

Recruitment: RTF0149106-01125016

Published: August 16, 2024

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About:

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below.

Application Opening: Friday, August 16, 2024
Application Deadline: Friday, August 23, 2024
Salary Range: $107,770 to $130,988 annually
Recruitment ID: TPV-5261-149109, RTF0149106 - 01125016, 01117638, 01104646, 01104640
RTF0149224 - 01124495, 01127453

Appointment Type: Temporary Provisional (TPV). This is not a permanent appointment. A provisional appointee must participate and succeed in a Civil Service examination for this classification and be selected through an open competitive process to be considered for permanent appointment. Provisional appointments may not exceed three (3) years.

San Francisco Public Works (Public Works) has a far-reaching portfolio with a $453 million annual operating budget, an active capital portfolio that exceeds $3 billion and a workforce of 1,700-plus employees. The department operates around the clock, touching every neighborhood in San Francisco. The staff designs and manages the construction of civic buildings and streets; cleans and greens the right of way; maintains civic buildings; manages multi-million-dollar bond programs; trains people for jobs; keeps the right of way free of hazards; paves the roads; repairs bridges and public stairways; expands accessibility; and works at the forefront addressing some of San Francisco’s biggest challenges. With a mission to enhance the quality of life in San Francisco for residents, visitors and business owners, Public Works is committed to providing outstanding public service through an equity lens.

Please visit the “About Us” section of our website at https://www.sfpublicworks.org/about to learn more about the department’s core values, Racial Equity Initiative, leadership team, history, budget and more.

The Building Design and Construction Division (BDC) of San Francisco Public Works, led by the City Architect, provides architectural and landscape design services, comprehensive building planning, project and construction management, contract support and compliance monitoring, materials testing and hazardous materials investigation for the development of new – and the upgrading of existing ­– civic buildings, facilities and urban landscapes to create a more resilient city.

The Bureau of Architecture (BOA) is a full service Professional Architectural design & project delivery office that provides design consulting services to various City agencies in San Francisco.  We are one the few City Departments in the country that provide full Architectural design services.  Our work includes civic projects such as Fire Houses, Libraries, Recreation Buildings, Parks, Public Safety buildings, Hospitals & Neighborhood Health Clinics. 

The Bureau of Building Design and Construction at Public Works is now accepting applications for the position of Architectural Assistant II, job code 5261. Interested candidates with a passion for architecture and construction are encouraged to apply.

Role description

Under general supervision as an Architectural Assistant II, you will perform a variety of architectural duties in the office and field in connection with architectural design and the preparation of comprehensive architectural services for city construction projects.  After joining the team, you will be assigned to work in different studios within the Bureau of Architecture: Healthcare Clinic and Zuckerberg Campus Studio(s), Public Utilities Commission Studio, which are focused on Administration/Office, Lab & Operational buildings, & The Rec & Park / MTA (Municipal Transportation Agency) / HSH (Department of Homelessness & Supportive Housing studios. 

Important and Essential Duties:

Your duties as an Architectural Assistant II may include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare and design preliminary architectural/landscape architectural drawings, plans, elevations and sections for a variety of building, landscapes, construction and maintenance projects which includes calculating dimensions, developing component parts, plans, elevations and sections utilizing established architectural/landscape architectural practices, symbols and drafting techniques.
• Visit project sites and make routine field observations to verify that conditions conform to contract documents and shop drawings; take field measurements and document existing conditions.
• Assist in the preparation of contract specifications, documents and preliminary cost estimate for the construction or conversion of buildings and/or landscape architectural projects.
• Assist in the coordination and review of architectural/landscape architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical drawings in order to assure that drawing components of a project meet with design, programming, and legal requirements.
• Participate in meetings with design professionals, consultant engineers, contractors and agencies to discuss and resolve issues relative to projects.
• Prepare written reports, summaries and correspondence related to architectural/landscape architectural activities.

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain this would be:

Education:

Possession of a baccalaureate degree in architecture/landscape architecture or an architecture/landscape architecture related field (such as Environmental Design or Interior Architecture) from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the architectural field including architectural design, architectural detailing, construction documents, programming, preliminary cost budgeting, specification coordination and review, and construction administration, all under the direction of a licensed architect.

License and Certification:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Substitution:

A professional degree in Architecture/Landscape Architecture (Bachelor of Architecture/Landscape Architecture or Master of Architecture/Landscape Architecture from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required education.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
Valid Driver’s License: Applicants must possess a valid State of California driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit them from legally performing the essential functions and duties of the role. 

Desirable Qualifications:
The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or REVIT.
• Autodesk and/or Revit training certificate a plus.
• Proficient in Sketch-Up or Photoshop.
• Working knowledge of PowerPoint and/or Illustrator.
• Extensive design and/or construction document and detailing experience a plus.
• A working knowledge of state and local building and planning codes.
• Experience working on public sector architectural projects, particularly Healthcare, Recreation & Parks, Housing and/or Homeless Shelters, and/or Administration/Office, Lab and/or Operational buildings.
• LEED professional accreditation a plus.

Verification:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/recruitment-details#verification.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application. 

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements. Depending on the number of applicants, the department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the department will move forward in the recruitment process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):
Candidates may be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through all of the steps in the selection procedure.

What else should I know?

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: At the City and County of San Francisco, we share a commitment to a diverse, inclusive and equitable community. Each member of our organization is responsible and accountable for what they say and do to make San Francisco an inclusive and equitable place to live and work by employing fair and just practices to and for all.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Humera Rahman-Power, at humera.rahman-power@sfdpw.org.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.