Architect II

Position: Architect II - EN-24
Duties Summary

Performs difficult and complex professional architectural work in the development and/or review and approval of complete designs, plans, drawings, specifications, estimates, and reports for buildings and structures; may supervise the work of lower-level architects and building plans reviewers; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Public Works - Building Division in Hilo.

(Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range advertised above at which appropriate qualified applicants can be recruited. Starting salary will be based on the qualifications of the person selected.)

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the life of the list. Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

Examples of Duties

* Prepares and reviews preliminary studies, sketches, and renderings of major and complex buildings and structures.

* Prepares, analyzes, and reviews complete designs, working drawings, specifications, and estimates for buildings and structures which include alterations, remodeling, rehabilitation, and major repairs.

* Prepares and reviews the preparation of plans, details, writing of specifications, and cost estimates.

* Supervises staff's work with the maintenance section for project implementation and completion.

* Inspects construction and architectural work done by contractors to insure conformance to designs, plans, specifications, and contract agreements.

* Prepares and reviews quantity and cost estimates of materials and labor, and approves materials.

* Consults with officials to ascertain building needs and requirements for the development of architectural plans.

* May recommend changes in materials and construction, and make necessary adjustments in architectural designs to fit structural, electrical, and mechanical requirements.

* May recommend building sites and types of building best suited for the purpose intended.

* Visits work sites to obtain measurements and other data necessary for projects.

* Interprets building code requirements.

* May inspect building construction in progress to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.

* Reviews and approves plans and specifications to comply with building code.

* Confers with architects on necessary corrections.

* Conducts site surveys to gather necessary data.

* May supervise the work of lower level professionals and subprofessionals on a project basis.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Training and

Experience:

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

* graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering (scan and attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application), and

* three (3) years of professional architectural work experience, and

* possession of a valid license as a professional architect in the State of Hawaii at time of filing (scan and attach a copy of your valid professional architect license to your application), and

* possession of a valid State of Hawai'i Driver License (Class
3) or any other valid comparable driver license at time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)

Note:

Foreign transcripts must be accompanied by an official credential evaluation report to determine U.S. equivalency. (Scan and attach a copy of your official credential evaluation report to your application.)

Examination:
All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.

Note:

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

Knowledge of:
The theory and practices of architecture and architectural engineering, principles of structural, electrical, and mechanical engineering as applied to architectural design, methods and techniques of building construction and construction materials,…