ADA-Compliant Pedestrian Ramp Program Lead

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York's Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management seeks a Transportation Specialist to evaluate existing pedestrian ramp conditions, review private development plans for ADA compliance, and coordinate with DOT and other agencies to ensure high-quality ramps citywide.

Residency in NYC is generally required; a master's or engineering degree with related experience is needed; salary range is disclosed and benefits include loan forgiveness programs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in transportation engineering, mathematics, urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, urban studies, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 1 year of related experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 2 years related experience.
• Associate degree with 4 years related experience.
• High school diploma with 6 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and commenting on pedestrian ramp accessibility issues and on Builders Pavement Plan drawings for conformance with the latest accessibility and DOT standards
• Coordinating with internal DOT units, external agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and members of the public to ensure successful implementation of accessibility requirements and other DOT requirements
• Identifying and resolving design issues, answering accessibility-related questions and assessing technical infeasibilities
• Assisting in executing PRPs goals by reinforcing our relationships with outside agencies
• Communicating and administering DOT technical standards to relevant outside agencies

Skills

Roadway reconstruction engineering

Familiarity with NYC infrastructure

Computer and communication skills

Education

Master's degree in transportation engineering

Bachelor's degree in engineering + 1 year experience

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Associate degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Job description

City of New York's Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management seeks a Transportation Specialist to evaluate existing pedestrian ramp conditions, review private development plans for ADA compliance, and coordinate with DOT and other agencies to ensure high-quality ramps citywide.

Residency in NYC is generally required; a master's or engineering degree with related experience is needed; salary range is disclosed and benefits include loan forgiveness programs.