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***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Department of Business and Industry is hiring for a Deputy Division Administrator within the Mechanical Compliance Section of the Division of Industrial Relations. The position can be filled in either Reno or Las Vegas depending on the chosen candidate and the needs of the agency.

The Mechanical Compliance Section is a dynamic agency committed to protecting Nevada's workers and the public through the administration and enforcement of laws governing workplace safety, mechanical safety, employer compliance, and workers' compensation. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, strategic leader with experience in regulatory, inspection, engineering, mechanical safety, or public-sector programs, preferably involving elevators, escalators, moving walks, boilers, or pressure vessels. They should demonstrate strong leadership, personnel management, organizational, and budget oversight skills and be adept at interpreting statutes, regulations, and safety codes while working effectively with industry stakeholders, legal counsel, and public or legislative bodies.

They is an effective communicator who exercises sound judgment, promotes accountability and professionalism, and is committed to ensuring public safety through fair, consistent, and effective regulatory oversight. Essential Qualifications Certification as a Qualified Elevator Inspector or a Commission from the National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors is preferred. Candidates must have at least three years of experience in engineering, safety, or public management, along with strong leadership, budgeting, and personnel management skills.

They should understand legislative and regulatory processes, communicate effectively, collaborate with diverse teams and legal counsel, and maintain strong internal and external relationships. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and web-based applications is required. A related degree is preferred but may be substituted with equivalent experience.

Job Duties 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 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Key Skills and Competencies: Mechanical safety and compliance oversight, knowledge of elevators, escalators, moving walks, boilers, and pressure vessels, statutory and regulatory interpretation, technical aptitude, regulatory enforcement, personnel management, strategic planning, organizational skills, project management, stakeholder engagement, public speaking, communication, decision-making, problem-solving. Soft Skills: Professionalism, integrity, accountability, initiative, adaptability, resilience, collaboration, teamwork, diplomacy, leadership, emotional intelligence, relationship building, dependability, continuous learning. The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

All applicants are considered without regard to 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. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.