Deputy Division Administrator, Mechanical Compliance Section

Announcement Number: 108730922

JOE LOMBARDO DR. KRISTOPHER SANCHEZ Governor Director
VICTORIA CARREÓN
Administrator
JODIE TONKIN
Deputy Administrator
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
DIVISION OF INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Posted - August 22, 2024
DEPUTY DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR, MECHANICAL COMPLIANCE
SECTION
The Nevada Division of Industrial Relations (DIR) is seeking qualified applicants for the position
of Deputy Division Administrator to oversee its Mechanical Compliance Section (MCS). This is
an unclassified full-time position within Nevada State Government.
Recruitment Open To:
This is an open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. This is a full-time position
that is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Division Administrator.
AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Division Administrator, the Deputy Division Administrator, Mechanical
Compliance Section (also called the Chief Administrative Officer/CAO), is charged with
administration of statutory programs and policies relevant to NRS Chapter 455C. The position
manages the Mechanical Compliance Section statewide, which ensures the safe operations of
boilers, elevators, and pressure vessels in the State of Nevada by overseeing adherence to adopted
safety codes through planning, permitting, enforcement, and emergency response. The Mechanical
Compliance section is comprised of 35 full time employees.
APPROXIMATE Annual Salary:
Up to $115,318 annually plus benefits *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by
both the employee and employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a
reduced gross salary.
BENEFITS:
The State benefits package includes a retirement system, paid health, vision, dental, life and
disability insurance; 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee-paid
benefits such as deferred compensation plans are available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Division Administrator and Deputy Division Administrator, the Deputy
Administrator of the Mechanical Compliance Section is responsible for managing statewide
functions, including:
Carson City: 1886 College Parkway, Suite 110 Carson City, Nevada 89706 - Telephone (775) 684-7270
Las Vegas: 3360 W. Sahara Avenue, Suite 250 Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 - Telephone (702) 486-9080
https://dir.nv.gov/
• Coordinating section workflow to ensure compliance with NRS 455C and NAC 455C.
• Overseeing the planning and permitting process for the installation and alteration of
elevators, boilers, and pressure vessels.
• Overseeing the ongoing inspection and permitting regime for elevators, boilers, and
pressure vessels.
• Overseeing third party inspection programs for elevators, boilers, and pressure vessels.
• Overseeing the elevator emergency response program.
• Providing oversight of enforcement of regulated persons or entities which violate NRS,
NAC, and adopted codes.
• Providing oversight of the licensing of elevator mechanics, elevator mechanic
helpers/apprentices, elevator inspectors, and boiler inspectors.
• Developing and implementing the section's strategic goals and initiatives.
• Assisting in budget preparation for the Mechanical Compliance Section.
• Managing the recruitment, training, and development of staff including performance
evaluations, employee relations, and performance management.
• Assisting with analysis of legislation, regulations, and policy implementation.
• Testifying before Legislative committees and making presentations.
TO QUALIFY:
• At least three years of experience in an engineering, safety, or public management field.
• At least five years of demonstrated management experience and the ability to provide
effective administrative oversight.
• Budget experience, including assisting in building a budget, oversight, and tracking.
• Personnel experience, including management/supervision of employees and the ability to
resolve personnel matters.
• Understanding of the legislative and regulatory process.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to give
presentations and testify before Legislative Committees.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse staff members.
• Ability to work closely and productively with internal legal counsel and to establish and
maintain good relationships with outside legal counsel.
• Excellent human relations skills with a demonstrated ability to build effective working
relationships inside and outside state government.
• Ability to use software programs effectively, including all components of the Microsoft
Office suite, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and web-based applications.
• Completion of, or enrollment in, a bachelor's or master's degree program, preferably in a
technically related field. Prior related experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Qualified Elevator Inspector certification or a Commission from the National Board of
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors is preferred.
Position Location:
The position will be in Las Vegas, Nevada.
LETTERS OF INTEREST AND RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTILTHE POSITION IS
FILLED (All letters of interest and resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Hiring may occur at any time during the recruitment process.)
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TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume, letter of interest, and three professional references to Heather Wilson at
heather.wilson@dir.nv.gov.
In the subject line please reference: DEPUTY DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR, MECHANICAL
COMPLIANCE SECTION, CAO
The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in
recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national
origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
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Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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