Freight Program Lead

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 motivated candidates to lead innovative freight efficiency and sustainability programs. This role involves planning and designing initiatives to enhance the safety and efficiency of freight transportation in a bustling metropolis. You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, manage projects, and promote data-informed strategies that align with citywide goals. If you're passionate about improving urban logistics and have a background in city planning, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on the future of transportation in a vibrant city.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree and two years of full-time city planning experience.
• Knowledge of transportation policy and strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead expansion of freight programs and initiatives.
• Manage staff and coordinate with stakeholders for project alignment.

Skills

Transportation Policy

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Budget Management

Strategic Thinking

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Graduate Coursework 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 or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list or be eligible under the 55a program.

New York City's economic strength, vibrancy, and livability as a world-class city rely on complex logistics and supply chains supporting residents and businesses. Freight activity is essential for all New Yorkers, providing goods needed to support over 8.5 million residents, more than 4 million jobs, and 62 million tourists annually. Currently, nearly 90% of the City's goods are transported by truck, a shift from rail and water networks to highways in the latter half of the twentieth century. This dependency on trucks to meet increasing demand exacerbates traffic congestion, pollutes the air, stresses aging infrastructure, and impacts residential neighborhoods' quality of life. Join our team to reinvent freight transportation solutions and address these critical challenges.

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) oversees the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on NYC streets, supporting economic and social vitality. Responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signage, transit development, freight mobility, and safety for all road users. The Freight Mobility (FM) Unit within TPM seeks two (2) motivated candidates with strong technical and communication skills to serve as Program Leads for the Freight Efficiency and Sustainability programs. The unit develops infrastructure projects, programs, and policies to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of freight movement in NYC.

Working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and under general supervision, successful candidates will:

1. Plan, design, and lead the expansion and evaluation of freight programs and initiatives, including monitoring, data synthesis, and communication;
2. Manage and mentor staff and consultants, coordinate with stakeholders, and build relationships with business districts, community members, and officials;
3. Coordinate activities across multiple projects, ensuring strategic alignment and effective implementation;
4. Participate in cross-functional mobility initiatives;
5. Promote data-informed transportation planning to target, communicate, and evaluate projects and policies.

These roles report to the FM Deputy Directors overseeing freight efficiency or sustainability. The Efficient Deliveries Program Lead will focus on expanding Off-Hour Deliveries, Neighborhood Loading Zones, and Microhubs. The Sustainable Deliveries Program Lead will expand Commercial Cargo Bikes, Blue Highways, Truck Electrification, and Green Loading Zones. Both will support citywide freight strategies, including the 'Delivering New York' and 'Delivering Green' plans, ensuring neighborhood sensitivity and compatibility.

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full-time city planning experience; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above, with graduate coursework in relevant fields substituting for experience at a rate of 30 credits per year, provided a baccalaureate degree is held.

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

Knowledge of transportation policy, planning, operations, management, or technology; strategic thinking; experience analyzing transportation performance; budget management; strong data analysis; report writing; proficiency with MS Office, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite; and a valid Driver's License is a plus.

Additional Information

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program. Indicate your interest in the 55-a Program at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs. For details, visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

NYC residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions for employees with continuous city service. Discuss residency requirements with the agency at interview.

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