Curb Operations Assistant

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management 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 core functions include operational responsibilities for street infrastructure that regulates traffic flow parking and commercial deliveries and ensure the safety of motor vehicle occupants pedestrians and bike riders and for developing and implementing a wide range of projects that further safety efficiency and sustainability goals.

The Regional and Strategic Planning subdivision is the multidisciplinary team within the Transportation Planning and Management division of NYC DOT. The subdivision address transportation issues facing the New York City region and provide policy practice and infrastructure solutions. The subdivision is a collaborative team that works with City State and regional agencies to address issues facing goods and people movement. The Special Projects unit within Regional & Strategic Planning is responsible for fostering datainformed transportation planning within four program areas: Curb Operations Curb Analytics Mobility Studies and Data Management.

The Special Project Unit is seeking a Project Manager Intern. The candidate will report to the Curb Operations Program Lead and play a key role in supporting operation and evaluation of planning programs policies and studies at the NYC DOT with a focus on the Carshare Program and other curb management programs within the unit including Commuter Vans and Private Shuttle operations. The selected candidate will perform elementary level project management work relating to Curb Operations. NYC DOTs Carshare program designates dedicated parking spaces for the use of eligible carshare organizations. These parking spaces are located at curbside locations and in municipal parking facilities citywide. The program area also manages the allocation of space for Commuter Vans and explores new curb uses across the city.

The candidate will assist the Program Lead with the reviewing planning and implementation of programming and policy recommendations around curb operations; acting as liaison facilitating outreach and engagement with affected Community Boards and respective Borough Commissioners; and preparing visual representations/analyses through PowerBI and ArcGIS maps. Duties will include reviewing and mapping requests coordinating interagency review with various other DOT units and City agencies; coordinating planning and enforcement efforts with various other DOT units and City agencies for Carshare and Commuter Vans; presenting and conducting outreach to the public regarding new initiatives and programs; and leading public correspondence. In addition the selected candidate may conduct exciting citywide studies and analyses of traffic implications including the study of Sightseeing Bus polices and operations; preparing appropriate reports and analyses and making recommendations on policies and procedures that improve curb operations around New York City.

Perferred Skills:
The preferred candidate should have excellent communication (oral and written) presentation and analytical skills; experience working with New York City agencies and/or community groups; experience using quantitative and qualitative research methods to support outreach efforts; experience participating in public engagement events including listening to residents Community Boards and forming consensus. Preference also given to candidates possessing PowerBI skills graphic design skills GIS skills and familiarity with the Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:
Project Manager Exam #4076 opened for filing Oct. 4 2023. To be considered candidates must have filed for the exam. Proof of filing will be required.
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. This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55a program. Please indicate in your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55a program.

Shift: 35hrs / 9 5

To Apply:
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Current employees please log into Employee Self Service at follow the Careers Link. Job ID #: 599261
All other applicants go to and search for Job ID # 599261
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.
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Qualifications :

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering architecture landscape architecture business administration or public administration; or
2. A masters degree in architecture that is the first professional degree in architecture
from an accredited college or university.

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 :

Fulltime