Request for Submission of Letter of Intent to Bid to Provide
Investigative/Compliance Services to the New York City District Council of Carpenters Benefit Funds
The Board of Trustees of the New York City District Council of Carpenters Pension, Welfare, Annuity, and Apprenticeship, Journeyman Retraining, Educational and Industry Funds (collectively, the “Funds”) is seeking to engage a person or firm who or which specializes in providing investigative and compliance services to sophisticated and complex clients. The Funds have had a self-imposed compliance program since 2012.
Qualified persons or firms are invited to submit a letter of intent to bid by May 17, 2024. The letter of intent should be submitted by email to resumes@kmm.com. The next steps for selected candidates will be submission of a written proposal (with detailed information on credentials, experience, track record, staffing, fee structure, and references) and in-person interviews. A description of the Funds is set forth below. Additional information regarding the Funds is available on the Funds’ website at www.nyccbf.org.
The primary responsibilities of the selected person or firm will be to:
The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:
About the Funds
The Funds collectively employ approximately 130 employees who are responsible for administering benefits for members of the New York City District Council of Carpenters (the “Union”), monitoring the contribution obligations of approximately 1,100 Contributing Employers to the Funds, and overseeing the Funds’ service providers, among other responsibilities. The Funds’ participants work in the construction industry in New York City. The Funds’ combined value exceeded $8.8 billion as of June 30, 2023. The Funds are governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Labor Management Relations Act of 1947. Note that the Funds are separate and distinct legal entities from both the Union and the Contributing Employers.
The Funds are based at 395 Hudson Street, New York, NY in a building that is jointly owned by the Pension Fund and the Apprenticeship Fund.
The Funds are overseen and administered by a joint Board of Trustees consisting of six union-designated and six employer-designated trustees, with the assistance of the Executive Director, the staff, and plan professionals. The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Trustees, manages the Funds Office, and oversees the day-to-day activities of the Funds.
The Welfare Fund was established in 1950 and it operates a self-funded group health plan. It provides medical, hospital, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, short-term disability, paid family leave, accidental death and dismemberment, scholarship and vacation benefits. The Fund has approximately 12,000 active participants and 7,000 retired participants and beneficiaries receiving benefits. It currently has assets of approximately $668 million.
In 1955, the Pension Fund, a defined benefit retirement plan, was established to provide financial security for NYCDCC retirees. Today, the Fund has approximately $4.6 billion in assets. The Fund currently has approximately 11,000 active participants, 12,000 retired or separated participants receiving monthly benefits, and 4,500 retired or separated participants entitled to future benefits.
In 1966, the Annuity Fund, a defined contribution retirement plan, was established to provide participants with additional economic security at retirement. Participants make their own investment decisions regarding their accounts. Today, the Fund has approximately $3.3 billion in assets and is managed by Empower.
The Apprenticeship, Journeyman Retraining, Educational and Industry Fund was created in 1966 to provide education and job training programs to apprentices and journeypersons. The Apprenticeship Fund operates the New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center, also located at 395 Hudson Street in New York City, which provides the training programs to support workers and also the needs of the industry at large, helping to meet the challenges of emerging trends and address issues in the construction industry. The Fund currently trains approximately 817 carpenter apprentices and additional journey-level carpenters per year. The Fund has approximately $58 million in assets.
DEPARTMENT: Information Technology
POSITION REPORT TO:Technical Systems Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DIRECT REPORTS: None
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Desktop Support Technician is responsible for hardware and software desktop support in a Windows based environment. This person should work well individually and as a team player while striving to offer the highest quality of service and support to the employees of the Benefit Funds.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send resume to resume@nyccbf.org
EEO Statement
The NYCDCC Benefit Funds are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, alienage, pregnancy, disability, age, uniform service member status, veteran status, marital status, caregiver status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, membership in a domestic partnership, sex, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or status as a transgender person), genetic information, sexual orientation (including an individual’s actual or perceived romantic, physical or sexual attraction to other persons, or lack thereof, on the basis of gender), sexual and reproductive health decisions, or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Luan Delpeche, 212-366-7519.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000
The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills, education, and experience. The NYCDCC Benefit Funds offer a generous and competitive benefit package.
DEPARTMENT:Welfare
POSITION REPORT TO: Welfare Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DIRECT REPORTS: None
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Eligibility Associate is responsible for verifying eligibility for the Funds’ Welfare insurance programs and assisting approximately 20,000 Union members, 8,000 retirees and their dependents regarding their Welfare benefits coverage. Ensures functionality and accuracy of weekly eligibility files and works in collaboration with the vendors for any issues that may arise.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send resume to resume@nyccbf.org
EEO Statement
The NYCDCC Benefit Funds are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, alienage, pregnancy, disability, age, uniform service member status, veteran status, marital status, caregiver status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, membership in a domestic partnership, sex, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or status as a transgender person), genetic information, sexual orientation (including an individual’s actual or perceived romantic, physical or sexual attraction to other persons, or lack thereof, on the basis of gender), sexual and reproductive health decisions, or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Luan Delpeche at (212) 366-7519.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $50,000 to $57,000
The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills, education, and experience. The NYCDCC Benefit Funds offer a generous and competitive benefit package.
DEPARTMENT: CTC
POSITION REPORT TO: Assistant Director of Training
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DIRECT REPORTS: Director of Training
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Carpenters Training Center is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Graphics Installation Instructor to join our team. This position will be responsible for training members on the skills and knowledge necessary to apply graphics in a trade-show design setting. Teaching and training members the proper installation of trade show graphics applications using appropriate materials, tools, and techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surface preparation, installation considerations, maintenance and repair recommendations, excellent communication skills, and a passion for educating the next generation of carpenters.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please send resume to resume@nyccbf.org
EEO Statement
The NYCDCC Benefit Funds are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, alienage, pregnancy, disability, age, uniform service member status, veteran status, marital status, caregiver status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, membership in a domestic partnership, sex, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or status as a transgender person), genetic information, sexual orientation (including an individual’s actual or perceived romantic, physical or sexual attraction to other persons, or lack thereof, on the basis of gender), sexual and reproductive health decisions, or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Luan Delpeche at (212) 366-7519.
Salary and Benefits:
The hourly rate for this position is currently $61.05 per hour.
The New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. The Carpenters Training Center is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. M/F/D/V Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to resume@nyccbf.org.
The New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center is seeking a part-time instructor with a minimum of 10-15 years’ work experience with knowledge of means and materials used by commercial Dock builder/Diver with experience in pile jacketing.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIREMENTS:
The hourly rate for this position is $61.05 per hour.
TITLE: Certified/Licensed Counselor/ Clinician
DEPARTMENT: Member Education and Network for Dependency (“MEND”)
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt. Part-Time (possibye to Full-Time)
POSITION PURPOSE:
Service membership, as well as dependents, of the New York City District Council of Carpenters Welfare Fund with mental health issues including, but not limited to: referrals for inpatient rehabilitation, intensive outpatient, outpatient treatment, and case management.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
PROVIDE REFERRALS
PROGRAM AND CASE MANAGEMENT
TRAININGS/GROUPS
REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION:
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Apply:
To apply, please send resume to resume@nyccbf.org.
EEO Statement
The NYCDCC Benefit Funds are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, alienage, pregnancy, disability, age, uniform service member status, veteran status, marital status, caregiver status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking, membership in a domestic partnership, sex, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or status as a transgender person), genetic information, sexual orientation (including an individual’s actual or perceived romantic, physical or sexual attraction to other persons, or lack thereof, on the basis of gender), sexual and reproductive health decisions, or on any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,
state, or local law.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please
contact Luan Delpeche at (212) 366-7519.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills, education, and experience. The NYCDCC Benefit Funds offer a generous and competitive benefit package.