Deputy Director of Street Name Signs

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be either serving permanently in the title, or reachable on the civil service list, or eligible under the 55a program.

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 an experienced and highly capable Transportation Specialist II to serve as the Deputy Director of Street Name Signs (DDSNS). Under the direction of the Director of Street Name Signs, the DDSNS will assist in overseeing a $10M contract for the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of approximately 45,000 street name signs citywide. The DDSNS will supervise a staff of supporting personnel, ensuring work meets contractual, operational, and quality standards. Duties include assisting with contractor coordination on billing, work orders, performance monitoring, and evaluations; reviewing and recommending approval of invoices; verifying compliance with contractual terms; and providing technical expertise to contractors and subcontractors. The DDSNS will support the preparation of change orders and time extensions, review contract documents, and assist in developing engineering estimates. Additional responsibilities include helping prepare performance summaries for senior management, assigning and reviewing inspectors’ daily work, managing orders in SIMS, coordinating with IT on system improvements, and overseeing order creation, approval, and tracking. The DDSNS will also assist with data analysis, vendor payment processing, expense tracking in FMS, audit preparation, and responses to street name sign requests via 311 and ARTS, as well as performing related duties as assigned by the Director, Assistant Commissioner, Executive Director, or Deputy Executive Director.

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
The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and writing skills. Knowledge of MS Word & Excel. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in an efficient manner. Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Proficient in DOT’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS). Knowledge of ARTS and 311 programs. Knowledge of Cyclomedia program. Ability to motivate staff.

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 # 727364
All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID # 727364
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: 28-11 Queens Plaza No., LIC, NY

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

TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST - 22316

1. A master's 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.

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.