BOB- Transportation Specialist III

City of New York; All (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Specialist III to assist in managing bridge painting operations across the city. This role involves planning, scheduling, and coordinating daily activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing technical assistance to teams. The successful candidate will foster collaboration between units and manage project objectives effectively. If you are passionate about urban infrastructure and have a knack for project management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience required.
• Strong project management skills and knowledge of safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing bridge painting and graffiti removal operations.
• Monitor compliance with painting specifications and safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication

Project management

Technical assistance

Knowledge of safety regulations

Field visits

Education

Master's degree in transportation engineering or related fields

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate degree or 60 semester credits

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Civil Service Title- Transportation Specialist III

* IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST, OR BE REACHABLE ON THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST, EXAM # 3027, OR BE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55-A PROGRAM. PLEASE INDICATE ON YOUR RESUME.*

The Division of Bridges is seeking to hire a Transportation Specialist 3 /Assistant Operations Manager who will report to the Deputy Director of Bridge Painting, in the Bureau of Maintenance, Inspections, and Operations. The Assistant Operations Manager will assist in managing the bridge painting and graffiti removal operations which consist of 6 Bridge Painter crews throughout the 5 NYC boroughs. Assists the Deputy Director on planning, scheduling, and coordinating day-to-day activities of subordinate staff to meet the performance objectives and other requirements of NYCDOT related bridge protective coating. Assist with translating program policy into specific projects, determining priorities, guiding, and providing expert technical assistance to subordinate employees with regards to such projects. Will be responsible for monitoring the progress of work and compliance with painting specification, OCMC streets and highway permits, WZTC regulations, and safety rules and regulations. Supports Citywide traffic and pedestrian initiatives such as blind striping of mafia blocks and painting overpasses, underpasses, jersey barriers, and gates on the moveable bridges. The Assistant Operations Manager will visit construction sites regularly to ensure project objectives are being achieved. Liaise between Bridge Painting In-House Group and OCMC, contractors, maintain comprehensive project history files, prepare correspondence and reports, ensure the timely review and follow-up of reports, develop programmatic tools such as standard operating procedures and related job aids. Assists with managing painting projects and other matters; reviews cost proposals and contract documents, as well as monitors time expenditures and overtime. Depending on the nature of the project and in emergency situations, certain tasks may require field visits on weekends or during overnight hours. The Assistant Operations Manager will foster communication and collaboration between different units within the division and with external units and divisions. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Director; may perform additional duties in the absence of supervisor.

Preferred Skills

1. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
2. Preference will be given to candidate with a motor vehicle driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position.
3. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is preferred.

Work Location

390 KENT AVE, BROOKLYN, 11211

Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method: For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 708845. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 708845. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

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.

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.