Program Lead, Freight Mobility

*** To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Transportation Specialist or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 3027. ***

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) invites experienced and visionary professionals to apply for the role of Program Lead for Freight Mobility within our Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM). We seek an ambitious highly organized and motivated professional who is passionate about implementing innovative freight transportation solutions in one of the worlds most dynamic urban landscapes..

NYCs economic vitality and urban livability rely on a sophisticated logistics and supply chain network. Serving 8.5 million residents supporting over 4 million jobs and welcoming 62 million tourists annually the citys well-being hinges on efficient goods movement. Nearly 90% of our citys goods are truck-delivered underscoring the need for revolutionary last-mile delivery strategies. The Freight Mobility Unit focuses on enhancing the safety efficiency and sustainability of goods movement while mitigating the adverse effects of truck traffic on infrastructure and communities. The team stives to integrate these objectives to preserve the citys livability and simultaneously bolster New York Citys economic competitiveness and vitality.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Programs and Safety the candidate will execute day-to-day tasks and lead the expansion of programs such as Blue Highways: Activating and enhancing waterway-based freight transport to ease roadway congestion; Cargo Bikes: Promoting sustainable micromobility goods delivery in urban settings; Microhubs: Developing localized transloading hubs to streamline last-mile delivery per Local Law 166 of 2021 and will work closely with other Program Leads on program strategies The candidate will support the implementation of initiatives identified in the agencys citywide freight strategy and vision Delivering New York: A Smart Truck Management Plan for NYC and Delivering Green that are sensitive to and compatible with various neighborhoods.

Working in a collaborative environment as part of an interdisciplinary team and under general supervision with latitude for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative successful candidates will: (1) plan design and lead the expansion and evaluation of freight programs and initiatives including monitoring gathering synthesizes and communicating information; (2) manage and mentor supporting staff and consultant teams work with internal and external stakeholders and engage and foster relationships with business partners (including business improvement districts) community members and elected officials; (3) coordinate activities between multiple projects with detailed attention to program strategy project delegation and program implementation; (4) work on other cross-functional mobility initiatives across the department; (5) promote a culture of data-informed transportation planning necessary to target communicate and evaluate projects and policies.

This position requires an accomplished professional with expertise in strategic thinking transportation planning and project management. This position will play a pivotal role in reshaping freight programs that will contribute to New York Citys freight mobility landscape making it safer more efficient and environmentally conscious to redefine urban freight mobility and contribute significantly to the sustainability and livability of New York City.

The Division of Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is responsible for the safe efficient and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the Citys streets supporting the larger goals of economic and social vitality for people living working and doing business in New York City. The Divisions 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
Knowledge of the technical aspects of transportation infrastructure and planning; the ability to think and act strategically: experience analyzing interpreting and communicating transportation performance issues; strong data analysis report writing and experience using MS Office Suite ArcGIS Adobe Suite. Knowledge of AutoCAD and traffic analysis software is highly preferred. A valid Drivers License is a plus.

Additional Information
*** To be considered for this position candidates must be serving permanently in the title of Transportation Specialist or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list for Exam No. 3027. ***
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.

Hours/Shift: 35hrs / 9AM 5PM

Work Location: 55 Water Street New York NY 10041

To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
External applicants go to and search for Job ID # 777278
Current city employees log into Employee Self Service follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 777278
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.
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TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST - 22316

Qualifications :

1. A masters degree in transportation engineering mathematics urban planning architecture landscape architecture urban studies or related physical and social science fields; or

2. A baccalaureate degree in engineering from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience performing technical work on roadway transportation and traffic studies and area-wide traffic programs; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 2 above; or

4. An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 2 above; or

5. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in 2 above.

SPECIAL NOTE:

In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements above:

To be assigned to Assignment Level II the candidate must have an additional year of experience as described in the Qualification Requirements listed under 2 above.

To be assigned to Assignment Level III the candidate must have an additional two years of experience as described in the Qualification Requirements listed under 2 above.

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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time