Deputy Director, Freight Corridor Initiatives & Operations

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to lead Freight Corridor Initiatives and Operations in the vibrant city of New York. This role involves transforming freight transportation solutions to enhance the city's logistics and supply chain network, crucial for its economic vitality. The Deputy Director will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage staff, and promote data-informed transportation planning. If you are passionate about sustainability and efficiency in urban transportation, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

Benefits

Eligibility for federal and state loan forgiveness programs

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in city planning or equivalent education.
• Experience managing teams and projects in transportation planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor staff and consultant teams in transportation projects.
• Coordinate activities across multiple projects focusing on strategy and implementation.

Skills

Transportation Policy Knowledge

Strategic Thinking

Data Analysis

Budget Management

Report Writing Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in City Planning

Graduate Education in Relevant Fields

Tools

MS Office

ArcGIS

Adobe Suite

Job description

To be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of City Planner, be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program.

Position Overview

The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Deputy Director for Freight Corridor Initiatives and Operations within the Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM). We are looking for an ambitious, highly organized, and motivated candidate who is passionate about transforming the future of freight transportation in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

New York City's economic vitality and livability as a world-class city depend on a robust logistics and supply chain network that serves our 8.5 million residents, supports over 4 million jobs, and welcomes 62 million tourists annually. With close to 90% of the city's goods being transported by trucks, we are committed to reinventing freight transportation solutions and addressing critical challenges related to goods movement. The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods throughout the city. TPM's Freight Mobility Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative infrastructure projects, programs, and policies to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of goods movement while preserving the city's livability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage and mentor supporting staff and consultant teams.
2. Work with internal and external stakeholders, including business partners, community members, and elected officials.
3. Coordinate activities across multiple projects, focusing on program strategy, delegation, and implementation.
4. Contribute to other cross-functional mobility initiatives across the department.
5. Promote a data-informed approach to transportation planning, targeting, communicating, and evaluating projects and policies.

Position Details

Title: City Planner - 22122

Minimum Qualifications

1. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full-time experience in city planning; or
2. Equivalent combination of education and experience, including graduate education in relevant fields, with specific credit substitutions.

Special Qualification Requirements

1. Assignment Level III: One additional year of professional experience beyond the minimum.
2. Assignment Level IV: Two additional years of professional experience beyond the minimum.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of transportation policy, planning, operations, management, and technology.
• Understanding of transportation infrastructure and strategic thinking.
• Experience analyzing transportation performance issues.
• Budget management, data analysis, report writing skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite.
• Valid Driver's License is a plus.

Additional Program Information

• This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate this preference in your application materials.
• Eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programs.
• Residency within NYC or nearby counties may be required, with specific conditions discussed at interview.
• The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.