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Administrative Transportation Coordinator

New York City Department of Transportation
$66,066.00 - $181,807.00
United States, New York, Manhattan
Feb 22, 2025

***To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Administrative Transportation Coordinator, or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list. or be
eligible under the 55-a Program .***

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. Transportation Planning and 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.

Traffic Control & Engineering is responsible for administration, engineering and operations related to the installation, manufacturing, maintenance and removal of signs, flexible bollards, moveable barriers, in-house traffic sign production and other traffic control devices. The office draws on the expertise and talents of engineers, sign designers, planners, inspectors, IT experts, analysts, and others to help the agency achieve Vision Zero and other city goals.

Preferred Skills
The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver; will have excellent communication skills and key knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards. Candidates should have prior experience in managing a large staff and projects related to the implementation of transportation planning programs. Candidate should have the ability to plan, develop, implement, and write clear and concise reports. Candidate should possess a motor vehicle driver's license, valid in the State of New York and maintained for the duration of employment.
-Proven track record of effective interaction with senior management.
-Possess executive experience directly managing a large and diverse work force, consisting of analytical, administrative, and field operations.
-Possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and creative writing skills.
-Specialized knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), with a focus on signage design, implementation, and compliance.
-Proficient in the DOT's Sign Information Management System (SIMS).
-Ability to motivate staff; possess project management skills and experience.

Work Location: 59 Maiden Ln, New York, NY 10038

Hours/Shift: 35 Hours / To Be Determined

To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Current city employees, log into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 703364
External candidates, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the Job ID #703364
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.

ADMINISTRATIVE TRANSPORTATION - 10061

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and five years of satisfactory, full-time experience in traffic flow theory; highway capacity analysis; traffic accident analysis; traffic studies; urban transportation planning; geometric design of roadways; planning and design of parking facilities, traffic signs and markings, or traffic signals; citywide traffic surveillance and control; traffic engineering administration; or an acceptable related field. This experience must have included two years in an administrative capacity, managing engineering and technical personnel or a large operations staff; at least two years of the above experience must have been acquired in the United States; or

2. A two-year master's of science or engineering degree (equivalent to 60 graduate credits) in transportation planning, traffic engineering, or a related area from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above, including two years in an administrative capacity, managing engineering and technical personnel, or a large operations staff; at least two years of the above experience must have been acquired in the United States; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or '2" above. However, all candidates must have at least two years of experience in an administrative capacity, managing engineering and technical personnel, or a large operations staff; at least two years of the required experience must have been acquired in the United States.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver will have excellent communication skills and key knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards. Candidates should have prior experience in managing a large staff and projects related to the implementation of transportation planning programs. Candidate should have the ability to plan, develop, implement, and write clear and concise reports. Candidate should possess a motor vehicle driver's license, valid in the State of New York and maintained for the duration of employment.
-Proven track record of effective interaction with senior management.
-Possess executive experience directly managing a large and diverse work force, consisting of analytical, administrative, and field operations.
-Possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and creative writing skills.
-Specialized knowledge of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), with a focus on signage design, implementation, and compliance.
-Proficient in the DOT's Sign Information Management System (SIMS).
-Ability to motivate staff possess project management skills and experience.
55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
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 Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
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.
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.

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