Assistant Transportation Specialist – Traffic Engineering

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Department of Transportation is seeking an Assistant Transportation Specialist (ATS) to support traffic and transportation studies in the Manhattan Borough Engineering office. Under supervision, the ATS helps prepare studies, reviews accident reports, and assists in implementing traffic control improvements including signal timing, markings, and signage.

The role involves field investigations, data collection, and collaboration with engineers and planning staff to assess

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required or equivalent experience.
• Experience or coursework in traffic programs and citywide transportation studies preferred.
• Knowledge of traffic safety, signal timing, and traffic control devices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing transportation and traffic studies for citywide programs.
• Review accident reports and observe locations to analyze traffic flow.
• Support studies related to signal installations, timing changes, pavement markings, and signage.
• Assist in evaluating operational changes such as converting two-way streets to one-way operations.
• Prepare detailed reports, diagrams, and sketches documenting field conditions and findings.

Skills

Traffic engineering principles

SIMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

High school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience

Job description

The City of New York’s Department of Transportation is seeking an Assistant Transportation Specialist (ATS) to support traffic and transportation studies in the Manhattan Borough Engineering office. Under supervision, the ATS helps prepare studies, reviews accident reports, and assists in implementing traffic control improvements including signal timing, markings, and signage.

The role involves field investigations, data collection, and collaboration with engineers and planning staff to assess