City Planner

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic City Planner to help shape the future of outdoor dining in a vibrant city. This role involves planning and implementing a permanent outdoor dining initiative, ensuring it is safe, accessible, and attractive. As part of a dedicated team, you'll develop design standards, facilitate community engagement, and collaborate with various city agencies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in urban planning and enhance the dining experience for residents and visitors alike.

Qualifications

• Mindestens zwei Jahre Erfahrung in der Stadtplanung.
• Baccalaureate Degree erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung von Designstandards für das Open Restaurant Programm.
• Koordination mit verschiedenen Stadtbehörden und Durchführung von Öffentlichkeitsarbeit.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Analytische Fähigkeiten

Grafikdesign

Projektmanagement

Kenntnisse in Verträgen und rechtlichen Dokumenten

Datenbankverwaltung

GIS-Kenntnisse

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Bilinguale Fähigkeiten

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Tools

GIS

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

DOT is seeking a dynamic City Planner to implement the future of outdoor dining in New York City as a member of the Open Restaurants team.

NYC launched the groundbreaking Open Restaurant Program during the COVID-19 emergency to expand outdoor dining options and help restaurants rebound economically. The City aims to turn this emergency program into a permanent, safe, accessible, and attractive initiative.

Role and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Executive Director of Open Restaurants, the City Planner will assist with planning and implementing the permanent program. Responsibilities include developing design standards, creating an application portal, facilitating outreach and engagement, reviewing applications, coordinating with various city agencies, conducting public outreach, preparing agreements, and assisting with policy reports and analyses.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full-time city planning experience; or
2. A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above, with graduate education in relevant fields substituting for experience at a rate of 30 credits per year. All candidates must hold a baccalaureate degree.

Special Qualification Requirements

Assignment Level III: One additional year of professional experience beyond the minimum.

Assignment Level IV: Two additional years of professional experience beyond the minimum.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• Experience working with NYC agencies and community groups
• Ability to read site plans and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Graphic design and project management skills
• Knowledge of contracts, legal documents, and regulations
• Database management, GIS, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office skills
• Bilingual abilities are a plus

Additional Information

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate your interest in this program at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Residency in NYC is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain city employees may reside in nearby counties after two years of service; please discuss residency requirements during your interview.

The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on legally protected characteristics.