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Job Description
Description
Vacancy is in the Engineering and Architectural Division of the Public Works Department. Under administrative direction plans, directs, and reviews the planning, design and construction of new buildings and the operation, maintenance, repair and alteration of existing buildings and structures. Incumbent is responsible for architectural planning and makes final technical decisions on architectural problems. Prepares plans and specifications for special projects, supervises the drawing of preliminary and final plans, and inspects construction work for conformity to architectural plans. Supervises staff and assists staff with resolving difficult technical problems and acts as a final technical reference in all architectural problems of design and construction. Acts as a liaison for the City in relationships with consulting architects. Investigates existing structures to determine structural defects or required alterations and prepares reports and recommendations. Prepares cost estimates on proposed projects. Performs related work as required.
This is a non-union position. The hours of work for this position are 40 per week. The above salary includes 5% in lieu of overtime.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The examination will consist of a rating of your training and experience as contained on your application. It may also include a written test, an oral test, or a combination thereof. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. The examination will be designed to measure:
Extensive knowledge of:- Methods, principles, and practices of architecture.
Through knowledge of:- Building construction, materials, and modern methods and techniques of building construction, modification, and repair.
Ability to:- Prepare complete architectural plans, specifications, estimates, schedules, and contracts for new buildings and for the modification and repair of existing buildings.
- Develop complete architectural layouts and to resolve difficult problems of design.
- Plan, assign and supervise the work of professional personnel engaged in architectural therefrom.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, architects, engineers, contractors, and the general public.
- Interpret plans and specifications to contractors and recognize departures therefrom.
Skills in:- Drawing architectural plans.
Qualifications
Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in architecture AND extensive experience (8-10 years) in the practice of architecture, including experience in architectural planning and design.
NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of License as a Registered Architect in the State of Connecticut
A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE APPLICATION.
A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT PROPER DOCUMENTATION SHALL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION.
APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Other Information
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.
NOTE: ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
IN ADDITION TO YOUR INBOX, PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM EMAIL FOR ALL RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Closing Date/Time: 7/7/2025 5:00 PM Eastern - Methods, principles, and practices of architecture.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Hartford
Show moreHartford is the capital city of the U.S. state of Connecticut. It is located in Hartford County on the Connecticut River, north of the center of the state, 24 miles (39 km) south of Springfield, Massachusetts. Its 2006 population of 124,512 ranks Hartford as the state's second-largest city, after Bridgeport. New Haven, 40 miles (64 km) to the south, has a population nearly identical to that of Hartford. Greater Hartford is also the largest metro area in Connecticut and 45th largest in the country (2006 census estimate) with a metropolitan population of 1,188,841.
Nicknamed the "Insurance Capital of the World", Hartford houses many of the world's insurance company headquarters, and insurance remains the region's major industry. Almost 400 years old, Hartford is among the oldest cities in the United States, and following the American Civil War, Hartford took the mantle of the country's wealthiest city from New Orleans. In 1868, Mark Twain exclaimed: "Of all the beautiful towns it has been my fortune to see, Hartford is the chief".
With a new convention center and hotel, a recently completed science center, the reclaimed riverfront, and an infusion of residential and commercial ventures in the city, Hartford has begun to attract new development, especially downtown, after years of relative stagnation. It is home to the nation's oldest public art museum (Wadsworth Atheneum), the oldest public park (Bushnell Park), the oldest continuously published newspaper (The Hartford Courant), the second-oldest secondary school (Hartford Public), and until its recent closure, the sixth-oldest opera company in the nation (Connecticut Opera).
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