Project Coordinator

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.
Traffic Control & Engineering is seeking a dedicated and motivated City Planner II to join the Bus Stop Management group. Serving as Project Coordinator, the selected candidate will oversee Streets, Sidewalks, and Plaza Improvement projects to address bus stop locations and ensure the timely completion of all associated sign installations. The candidate will manage a range of complex transportation and traffic-related projects, studies, and investigations related to 311 requests and the Agency Response Tracking System (ARTS). Responsibilities include documenting existing conditions, identifying issues, proposing improvements, conducting field investigations, collecting and analyzing data, and evaluating traffic conditions. The role may also involve supervising staff and actively supporting project implementation through site reviews, coordination meetings, field inspections, and preparation of sign orders using the Sign Information Management System (SIMS). Additional responsibilities include reviewing and approving work orders to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications, recommending operational improvements to enhance efficiency, and preparing or supervising the preparation of reports, logs, forms, and correspondence. Strong proficiency in computer applications and city transportation systems, particularly SIMS, is essential. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and a collaborative team player with strong written and verbal communication skills. Strict adherence to all agency safety protocols is required, including the proper use of safety equipment and attire while in the field. The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively and inclusively, fostering professional growth and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to join a team committed to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility across New York City.
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.
Preferred Skills
1. Candidates with a valid New York State motor vehicle driver’s license will be given preference.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards.
3. Demonstrated ability to plan and develop projects, implement strategies, and articulate, concise reports.
4. Proficiency in the Department of Transportation’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS).
Additional Information
Note: 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.
To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for Job ID # 782799
All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID # 782799
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
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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning; or

2. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience that is equivalent to “1"" above. Graduate
education in city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation engineering, public administration, economic development or related fields may be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree.

Special Qualification Requirements

Assignment Level III
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in "2" above.

Assignment Level IV
To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, two additional years of professional experience as described in "2" above.

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.