Director, Rapid Bus Delivery

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York's Division of Transportation Planning & Management seeks a Director for Rapid Bus Delivery within the Transit Development unit to deliver the City's in-house rapid bus program, supporting Streets Plan and Next Stop: Fast Buses.

The Director leads a team of planners, engineers, analysts, and project managers, drives data‑driven corridor redesigns, coordinates with MTA and city agencies, oversees the budget, and engages stakeholders to improve bus speeds, reliability, and equity

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an appropriate field for Assignment Level I.
• For Assignment Level II, a doctorate with supervisory/administrative/research experience or a master's with 3 years of research experience; equivalency options apply.
• At least a master's degree with two years of experience described in Level II; two years as City Research Scientist Level I can substitute.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, implementation, and performance management of bus lanes, busways, and corridor improvements to enhance bus speeds and safety.
• Manage and mentor a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, analysts, and project managers.
• Direct data-driven project development, sequencing, and post-implementation evaluation.
• Coordinate with MTA, sister agencies, and DOT divisions for integrated project delivery.
• Oversee data analyses and research to support project implementation evaluation.
• Manage a multi-million dollar expense budget for rapid bus initiatives.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement with agency leadership, City Hall, elected officials, and community partners.

Education

Master's degree in physical, biological, environmental science or public health

Doctorate degree with supervisory/administrative/research experience or Master's with 3 years of relevant research

Job description

• Job Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
• Salary Band: $125,000 to $150,000
• Compensation: USD 109,565 - USD 142,112

Job Description

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) is seeking a Director for Rapid Bus Delivery within its Transit Development unit, responsible for the delivery of the City’s in-house rapid bus program in support of the implementation of the Streets Plan and Next Stop: Fast Buses, Better Service. The Director leads a dynamic team doing essential work that directly improves mobility, equity, and quality of life for millions of New Yorkers.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Rapid Bus Programs, the Director will oversee the planning, design, implementation, and performance management of bus lanes, busways, and corridor-based transit supportive street improvements that enhance bus speeds, reliability, safety, for millions of riders each year. The Director will 1) manage and mentor a team of planners, engineers, analysts, and project managers, providing leadership, guidance, and strategic direction; 2) advance complex corridor redesigns to meet locally mandated Streets Plan and Next Stop bus lane goals; 3) direct data driven project development, implementation sequencing, and post-implementation project evaluation; 4) coordinate closely with MTA, sister agencies, and internal DOT divisions to ensure integrated project delivery; 5) oversee data and traffic analyses for the group, including data driven research and project implementation evaluation analysis; 6) manage a multi-million dollar expense budget; and 7) Manage stakeholder engagement and outreach with agency leadership, City Hall, elected officials, and community stakeholders.

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management 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.

Within TPM, the Transit Development (TD) unit develops transit- supportive street infrastructure and policies to improve mobility for all New Yorkers by implementing the Streets Plan. TD also serves as a key resource to the agency on transit related matters and acts as one of the primary points of contact with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

Qualifications

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.

To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:

1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or

2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or

3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

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.