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Assistant Transportation Specialist, Design

New York City Department of Transportation
$57,323.00 - $70,000.00
United States, New York, Queens
Sep 03, 2025

**To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Transportation Specialist, or be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program. **

The Division of 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 roadway project planning, roadway design, technical analysis, maintenance of street signs, transit development, freight mobility, and roadway markings. TPM's Design & Construction (D&C) unit has professional engineering oversight for geometric design elements of NYC roadways. We draw on expertise and talent of Civil Engineers, Urban Designers, Planners, Asset Managers, Inspectors, Administrators, Analysts, and others to evolve and maintain the curb geometry and street plans for all NYC's 6300+ miles of roads, create and maintain official pavement marking and concrete island plans, and oversee the application and refurbishment of NYC's 250+ million linear feet of pavement markings (stripes, messages, colored surface treatments for bus/bike/plaza, etc.).

Under the guidance of senior staff from Geometric Design, the Assistant Transportation Specialist (ATSs) will collaborate with other internal groups to solve identified safety concerns. The candidate will be expected to prepare drawings and details using AutoCAD, perform street design work of moderate difficulty and responsibility, and assist in research, investigations, or studies related to street design functions or activities. The candidate may also participate in the preparation of contract documents, including plans, specifications, cost estimates, attendance of field reviews and meetings, and other related duties. Some field work is required as needed to determine field conditions and design constructability in order to refine conceptual designs. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, accurate and a capable team player. 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.

Preferred Skills
Microsoft Office: Knowledge of AutoCAD, and GIS. Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, NYC Street Design Manual, and NACTO publications, traffic engineering principles, and standards is desirable. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques that improve traffic, transit, walking, and biking is desirable. Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver's license valid in the State of New York is preferred.

Work Location: 33-00 Northern Blvd, LIC 11101

Hours/Shift: 35hrs / week

Note: Less than 2 yrs. City Service - New Hire Rate: $$57,323. City service - Minimum Incumbent Rate: $65,922. For information on NYC Civil Service Exams please visit https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/apply-for-a-city-job.page.

To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: External applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 727230
Current city employees, log into Employee Self Service at www.nyc.gov/ess and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 727230
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: Appointments are subject to OMB approval.
For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.

ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION SPECI - 22306

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, urban studies, planning or mathematics or one of the physical sciences; or

2. High school diploma or its educational equivalent and 4 years of full-time experience performing technical work on traffic programs and citywide transportation studies; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

Preferred Skills

Microsoft Office: Knowledge of AutoCAD, and GIS. Familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, NYC Street Design Manual and NACTO publications, traffic engineering principles and standards is desirable. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques that improve traffic, transit, walking, and biking is desirable. Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver's license valid in the State of New York is preferred.
**To be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Transportation Specialist or be reachable on the civil service list or be eligible under the 55a program. **
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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