Inspector - #256808

Traffic Control & Engineering is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Assistant Transportation Specialist to perform tasks of moderate difficulty in the specialized fields of traffic control and engineering. The candidate will assist in conducting street and highway transportation studies, documenting conditions, identifying problems, and recommending improvements as needed. Responsibilities include collecting sign data for analysis on both local streets and highways, conducting detailed field investigations, and supporting inspection efforts and policy changes across the five Borough Engineering offices. The candidate will prepare Sign Information Management System (SIMS) work orders and other city-specific transportation databases to support accurate data entry and reporting. Additional duties involve participating in field surveys, traffic condition studies, and investigations, with the potential to recommend revisions to existing regulations and new traffic control measures such as signage, markings, and channelization devices. The position also requires providing direct inspection support to the team lead under the guidance of the Deputy Executive Director. The candidate should possess strong computer skills as duties may include data entry, using city specific transportation software and the preparation of relevant forms, reports, logs and correspondence. Familiarity with the SIMS program is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate should be detail oriented, accurate and a capable team player, plus have a positive attitude and possess excellent communication skills and a valid NYS Driver’s License. The candidate will be asked to work collaboratively and inclusively, seeking to cultivate continued professional development and effectively communicate with all stakeholders.

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

Familiarity with the SIMS program is preferred. Should have excellent communication skills and key knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards.

Additional Information

For assignment to certain positions, the candidate must possess a Motor Vehicle Drivers’ license valid in the state of New York. The license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

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 follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID # 715173_

All other applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the Job ID # 715173

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.

Work Location: 58-50 57th Road, Maspeth

Hours/Shift: 35 hours per week / To Be Determined

ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION SPECI - 22306

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with the SIMS program is preferred. Should have excellent communication skills and key knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards

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.

, $55,519.00 – $81,679.00