Job Description

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) seeks an organized and collaborative candidate to manage planning and outreach for the agency’s corridor planning efforts. The position will primarily focus on managing the Conduit Avenue corridor planning study in Brooklyn and Queens, which seeks develop a conceptual redesign of the street and suggest land uses for the median, in coordination with the local community and stakeholders. The position may also support BQE North and South planning efforts, a priority initiative under the BQE Corridor Vision to plan and implement improvements along the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway in Brooklyn. This position will report to the Deputy Director of BQE Corridor Planning.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for overall project development and outreach including design, research, developing recommendations, making public presentations, facilitating community workshops, and developing reports, plans, and presentations. The candidate should have experience applying the latest understanding of streetscape design concepts and presenting these techniques and concepts. Experience guiding projects through multi-step lifecycles, traffic analysis using Synchro, AutoCAD, and understanding of New York City land uses processes is also desired.

The Project Coordinator will work closely with DOT divisions, government agencies, and community groups, coordinating as needed with community boards, public officials, and private stakeholders. Under the guidance and direction of senior staff, the Project Coordinator will work with all stakeholders to succinctly convey key information between all stakeholders creatively demonstrate impact of proposed improvements to the public. The ideal candidate is a strong project manager, effective and accurate communicator, and positive team player.

TPM is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the City's streets, supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality for people living, working and doing business in New York City. The Division’s responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signs, transit development, freight mobility and markings, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Preferred Skills

Ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate strong creative and analytical problem-solving skills and have experience or demonstrate interest in transportation planning and policy. Experience working with the public, community groups, and New York City agencies, and strong verbal and written communication skills are also desired. Experience or interest in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Excel, PowerPoint, and/or Adobe Creative Cloud are desirable. It is preferred that the candidate possess a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

Hours/Shift: M-F 9:00-5:00

Work Location: 55 Water Street, New York, NY 10041

To Apply

All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:

Current employees, please log into Employee Self Service, follow the Careers Link. Job ID #: 650339

All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 650339

No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Most public libraries have computers available for use.

Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.

For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or

2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.