Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Specialist I, Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator, at NYC DOT, leads planning and management of bike regulatory signage and the Bicycle Wayfinding Program. The role works with TC&E and other units to support field investigations and data-driven decision making.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of traffic engineering, project organization, and proficiency with SIMS and Adobe Illustrator. NYC residency is typically required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in related fields with required experience.
• Alternative degree routes with progressively more relevant experience.
• Commitment to bicycle signage and field investigations as core duties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations and document existing conditions and issues.
• Review bicycle signage network plans and siting of citywide bike signage.
• Collaborate with agencies and supervise staff, if applicable.
• Review and approve work orders; ensure signage complies with guidelines.
• Utilize SIMS for data entry and program administration.

Skills

NY license

traffic engineering

time management

team collaboration

communication skills

Education

Master's degree in transportation engineering

Bachelor's degree in engineering with 1 year experience

Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience

Associate degree + 4 years experience

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

SIMS

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Office

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Skills

• 1.Preference will be given to candidate with a license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position. Preference with be given to candidate who shows a willingness to work in the field in all seasons traveling by bike, walking, or using mass transit.
• 2.Comprehensive knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards.
• 3.Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, and develop projects, implement strategies, and possess excellent time-management skills.
• 4.Proficiency in the Department of Transportation's Sign Information Management System (SIMS) as well as Abobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe Illustrator) and Microsoft Office

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for 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.

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list.

Traffic Control & Engineering (TC&E) is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of Transportation Specialist I, serving as Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator. This position will work in collaboration with TC&E and other NYC DOT units to support the planning, development, and management of bike regulatory signage as well as the Bicycle Wayfinding Program. The selected candidate will perform a wide range of professional transportation and traffic-related projects, studies, and investigations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting field investigations, documenting existing conditions and issues, reviewing comprehensive bicycle signage network plans, siting of citywide bike signage, active participation in interagency communication, and potential staff supervision. Additionally, the candidate will review and approve work orders, ensuring signage complies with established Federal, State, and City guidelines and specifications, and may suggest enhancements to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proficient computer skills as the job involves data entry and the use of city-specific transportation software such as the Sign Information Management System (SIMS).

Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, meticulous, accurate, capable team player with a positive attitude and strong organizational, communication, administrative, and data management skills. Responsibilities also include strict adherence to all agency safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment, including the correct usage of safety equipment and attire at work sites. The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively and inclusively, fostering professional growth and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to join a team committed to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility across New York City.

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.

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.

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