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*_About the Organization:_* The Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL), an agency within the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR), protects consumers by making sure the professionals they hire comply with state licensing laws. DOL oversees 26 boards of registration, which license and regulate more than 500,000 individuals and businesses to practice over 100 trades and professions. DOL also licenses and regulates the Office of Public Safety and Inspections (OPSI), and the Office of Private Occupational Schools. The mission of DOL is to protect the public health, safety and welfare by licensing qualified individuals and businesses to provide services to consumers. In addition, it is the duty of the DOL to ensure fair and consistent enforcement of the licensing laws and regulations. DOL seeks to promote consumer protection, a fair and competitive marketplace, and education and outreach. The Office Public Safety and Inspections (“OPSI”) is mandated by Massachusetts General Law toreduce the risk to life and property by promoting safety in the design, construction, installation, inspection, operation, repair and alteration of elevators, buildings, and amusement devices. Additionally, OPSI seeks to ensure the safe ingress to and egress from all new and existing buildings for persons with physical disabilities as well as promote safety through inspections, licensing, and regulatory compliance. OPSI licenses, certifies, registers or otherwise approves individuals and\or parties involved in a wide variety of trades and professions. The Division of Occupational Licensure is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Division of Occupational Licensure values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. The Division of Occupational Licensure is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens. *_About the Role:_* The Building, Engineering, & Trades Inspection Division (“Building Division”) is responsible for conducting building inspections, engineering inspections, plumbing inspections, sheet metal inspections, state building permits, hoisting license examinations, the amusement device inspection program, the manufactured housing programand other initiatives, projects or tasks related to the administration of the Building, Engineering, & Trade Inspections Division, as assigned or directed by the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner for Public SafetyInspections or otherwise provided by law. The primary role of the Director of Building & Engineering Education, Training, & Code (“Director”) is to manage all pertinent DOL/OPSI education and training programs related to building officials, construction supervisor licensees, amusements, tramways, trench safety, manufactured buildings, and state building and engineering inspectors, and to research and communicate answers to code inquires received from a wide group of internal and external stakeholders. *Duties and Responsibilities*: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): *Develop and Implement Courses of Education for Code Users.* * Review and update existing educational materials and create new educational materials covering a wide variety of code and safety related topics related to DOL/OPSI jurisdiction, licenses, and programs. * Train and support inspectors that will serve as course instructors to ensure they are prepared to teach the material and that instructors are aligned with the Agency’s educational goals. * Manage all aspects of courses including, but not limited to, signups, attendance, answering course questions and inquiries, payments, exams, certificate issuance, and submission of continuing education credits. *Provide Technical Assistance to DOL/OPSI Staff, Boards, & Regulated Communities* * Perform code and legislative research to develop authoritative answers to questions received DOL/OPSI Boards, agency staff, municipal building officials, and others from the public. * Provide technical support to DOL/OPSI Boards and their subcommittees as required. Such Boards and subcommittees include, but are not limited to, the Board of Building Regulations and Standards, Building Official Certification Committee, and the Building Code Appeals Board. * Create and publish a quarterly newsletter, Codeword, to provide information and updates regarding codes, licenses, and other agency changes to DOL/OPSI regulated communities and other interested parties. *Policy, Process, IT Development, Documentation and Implementation.* * Develop and implement policies, identify and implement process improvements, leverage technology, and develop of standard operating procedure protocols (“SOPs”) for educational programs.   * Manage contact databases and mass email notifications for better external communication with stakeholders about important events and updates. * Use technology and software to improve the collection of data, streamline the course registration process, publish an educational calendar online, and to offer educational webinars. *_Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_* * A thorough knowledge of building design and construction techniques, the State Building Code, and reference standards. * A general knowledge of the legal aspects of code enforcement, management techniques, and other areas of DOL/OPSI regulations such as amusements, tramways, unattended trenches, and hoisting. * The ability to understand technical concepts and hold discussions with diverse groups. * The ability to write well and in a formality that is appropriate for the assignment and audience. * The ability to orally communicate complex information in a diplomatic and easy to understand way to small and large audiences with various backgrounds. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively represent DOL and OPSI before the general public, and to facilitate cooperative relationships with public and private sector agencies and organizations. * Possess a current and valid motor vehicle operator’s license. * Knowledge of inspectional techniques. * Knowledge of investigative techniques. *_ All applicants should attach a cover letter and resume to their online submission for this position._* MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. _*Comprehensive Benefits*_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.* The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. **Job:** **Administrative Services* **Organization:** **Division of Occupational Licensure* **Title:** *Director of Building & Engineering Education, Training & Code* **Location:** *Massachusetts-Boston - 1 Federal St* **Requisition ID:** *250004KH*