Title Classification: Non-Competitive
Business Title: Assistant Project Manager
Division/Work Unit: Office of Bicycle/Peds Prgrms
Salary: $59,116/$67,983-$91,769
Hours: 35 hrs. per week / 9am-5pm
Job ID: 593362
Description:
The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (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. The Street Furniture Unit (SFU) is responsible for the planning, installation, procurement, and maintenance of bike parking, benches, leaning bars and wayfinding signage for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders throughout New York City. The goal of these programs is to make the city more walkable, bikeable, and vibrant. The Unit is responsible for NYC DOT s Bike Parking, WalkNYC Wayfinding Signage, and Seating programs. The SFU is seeking a Community Coordinator to serve as an Assistant Project Manager to support program planning. Duties may include, but are not limited to: managing outreach to maintenance partners, business improvement districts and elected officials; contributing to design proposals; maintaining data; preparing evaluation reports of field conditions; producing progress reports for DOT leadership; reviewing work produced by consultants, outside agencies, or other DOT units; preparing grant reports or other documentation required for program funding; coordinating with other DOT units and outside agencies; and making recommendations on policies and procedures. The ideal candidate should be committed to community development via improving the experience and convenience of walking, cycling, and transit by expanding seating, bike parking, and wayfinding signage throughout New York City. The ideal candidate will also be detail oriented, curious, and a capable team player with a positive attitude and strong organizational, communication, administrative, and presentation skills. The candidate should demonstrate enthusiasm to work in the field throughout the year or at DOT warehouse facilities, traveling by biking, walking, or using mass transit. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring adherence to all agency safety rules and regulations in creating a safe work environment for themselves and colleagues, ensuring all safety equipment and gear are used and worn properly where/when required. The Department of Transportation s (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 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
- 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
- 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.
Preferred Skills
Professional experience in urban planning, design, or community development. Previous experience with mapping software (ArcGIS), Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD), Excel, Access.
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.
Residency Requirement:
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
To Apply:
External candidates, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the Job ID # 593362 No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only those 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
Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Educations website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF