Deputy Director: Transit Analysis

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Transportation's Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) seeks a Deputy Director of Transit Analysis to lead complex transportation planning, safety, and engineering projects in the Transit Development unit.

You will manage TEP staff, oversee traffic and pedestrian analyses, calibrate Synchro/SimTraffic models, review environmental studies, and prepare reports for capital projects, with a focus on improving bus transit reliability and safety across NYC

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• Valid New York State Professional Engineer license; current registration must be maintained.
• A master's degree in civil engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead review and/or preparation of traffic and pedestrian analyses.
• Supervise data collection, review, and analysis for transportation studies.
• Oversee calibration and validation of Synchro/SimTraffic models to field conditions.
• Assist in CEQR/NEPA environmental analyses and prepare technical reports.
• Coordinate with capital reconstruction projects and prepare related documentation.

Skills

CEQR/NEPA knowledge

HCS proficiency

Synchro/SimTraffic

SIDRA

AutoCAD

AutoTurn

VISSIM

Aimsun

Excellent writing

Oral presentation

New York State Driver's License

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoTurn

HCS

Synchro/SimTraffic

SIDRA

VISSIM

Aimsun

Job description

The Division of Transportation Planning & 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 to ensure the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists. The Traffic Engineering & Planning (TEP) unit, within TPM, is responsible for conducting, reviewing, and approving transportation engineering and planning studies, analyses and methodologies.

TEP seeks an experienced, ambitious, and motivated candidate to serve as Deputy Director of Transit Analysis, working with a multi-disciplinary team on designing and implementing complex transportation planning, safety, and engineering projects. The candidate will manage TEP staff, lead the review and/or preparation of traffic and pedestrian analyses to inform projects undertaken by TPM's Transit Development unit, and supervise the collection, review, summary and analysis of transportation data. The candidate will oversee the review and preparation of Synchro and/or SimTraffic models using pavement marking plans, signal timing plans and traffic/pedestrian data. The candidate will ensure these models are properly calibrated to reflect observed field conditions in accordance with NYC DOT's calibration guidelines.

Additionally, the candidate, under the general supervision and guidance of TEP's Office of Project Analysis Director, will assist in the review of environmental studies under CEQR/SEQR/NEPA processes using the analytical procedures presented in the CEQR Technical Manual and assist in conducting a variety of traffic operation and safety studies following the Department's supplemental guidance on level-of-service analyses for signalized/unsignalized intersections and pedestrian elements (i.e., sidewalks, crosswalks, and street corners) using a variety of analysis tools including Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, and other traffic simulation models (i.e., VISSIM, Aimsun, etc.) to develop and test improvement measures that ameliorate congestion, improve mobility, and enhance safety for all street users, with a particular focus on bus transit improvements.

The candidate will also supervise engineering reviews of schematic geometric designs and Design Approval Document/Preliminary Design Investigation reports for capital reconstruction projects and other transportation projects using the NYSDOT Project Development Manual, Highway Design Manual, Transportation Environmental Manual, and Local Projects Manual, as well as organize and prepare written reports and graphic materials for presentations, participate in technical and advisory committee meetings, and interact with other agency representatives on department studies and projects. The candidate will be expected to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and will primarily work in the office but may be asked to perform occasional field work.

Preferred Skills

Experience in CEQR and NEPA processes. Knowledge of, and proficiency with: HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, and traffic simulation models (i.e., VISSIM, Aimsun, etc.), as well as knowledge of transportation engineering/planning principles and traffic/transportation impact studies conducted for environmental review purposes. Knowledge of Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), MUTCD, the AASHTO "Green Book", the CEQR Technical Manual, and the NYSDOT Project Development Manual, Highway Design Manual, Transportation Environmental Manual, and Local Projects Manual. Excellent writing and oral presentation skills preferred. Valid NYS Driver's License required.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37. For information on NYC Civil Service please visit https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/apply-for-a-city-job.page.

Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.

Hours/Shift: 35 hours/week

Work Location: 55 Water Street, 6th Fl., NY, NY 10041

CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

Minimum Qualifications

• (1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
• (2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above.

Special Note: In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Preferred Skills

Experience in CEQR and NEPA processes. Knowledge of, and proficiency with: HCS, Synchro/SimTraffic, SIDRA, AutoCAD, AutoTurn, and traffic simulation models (i.e., VISSIM, Aimsun, etc.), as well as knowledge of transportation engineering/planning principles and traffic/transportation impact studies conducted for environmental review purposes. Knowledge of Highway Capacity Manual (HCM), MUTCD, the AASHTO "Green Book", the CEQR Technical Manual, and the NYSDOT Project Development Manual, Highway Design Manual, Transportation Environmental Manual, and Local Projects Manual. Excellent writing and oral presentation skills preferred. Valid NYS Driver's License required.

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 not required for this position

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.