Assistant Transportation Specialist

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Transportation's Parking Implementation and Studies sub-unit seeks three Assistant Transportation Specialists. Under supervision, ATS will perform inspections and field surveys to regulate vehicular traffic regulations and/or conduct traffic-related studies, preparing reports and diagrams of observed field conditions.

The role involves measuring sidewalks, curbsides, streets and street furniture, creating work orders, and ensuring compliance with established

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with field surveys and data collection for traffic programs.
• Ability to prepare reports and diagrams of observed field conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and field surveys to regulate traffic and support studies.
• Measure sidewalks, curbsides, streets and street furniture; determine traffic directions.
• Prepare reports, sketches, and work orders; ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Field surveys

MS Excel

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, urban studies, planning or related field

Tools

Sign Inventory Management System

Job description

The Parking Implementation and Studies sub-unit in the Parking Planning and Policy group seeks to hire three (3) Assistant Transportation Specialists (ATS). The ATSs will work under close supervision while performing inspections and field surveys for the purpose of regulating and controlling vehicular traffic regulations and/or conducting traffic related studies. Inspection duties include (but are not limited to) measuring sidewalks, curbsides, streets, (e.g. measuring length, width, and radius of corner curb) obtaining footage of all street furniture (e.g. Muni-meters, fire hydrants, trees, signs, drive rails, light poles, mailboxes, cellars, subway grates, ventilation grates, kiosks, pedestrian benches, bike racks, etc.) and determining the direction of traffic flow for all adjacent streets.
Duties also include investigating complaints, making recommendations on the need for traffic signs, traffic signals, Muni-meters, pavement markings, and other traffic control devices and monitoring for their installation and/or removal.
The candidate will be required to prepare reports, diagrams and/or sketches of observed field conditions; prepare reports on traffic and traffic-related conditions; create work orders to initiate sign and meter changes; inspect completed work to ensure compliance with established standards and specifications.
Physical activities related to the work include bending and lifting equipment (e.g. measuring wheel), exposure to vehicle emissions over extensive intervals of time, climbing up/down stairwells and/or walking and standing outdoors for long periods in all weather. Inspectors use computer database programs such as DOT's internal Sign Inventory Management System and related operational business systems.
Assistant Transportation Specialists perform other related operational duties and responsibilities as needed.
Work Location: 34-02 Queens Blvd., Long Island City, NY 11101
Hours/Shift: 35 Hours/M-F/6:00am to 2:00pm
*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.*
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Minimum Qualifications

• 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, urban studies, planning or mathematics or one of the physical sciences; or
• 2. High school diploma or its educational equivalent and 4 years of full-time experience performing technical work on traffic programs and citywide transportation studies; or
• 3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience conducting field surveys and ensuring compliance with completed work, established standards and specifications.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to balance working independently and in a team environment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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 individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.