Junior Project Analyst

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work up to 2 days per week

Job summary

New York City Department of Transportation seeks a Junior Project Analyst to join the Traffic Engineering & Planning unit within TPM. The role involves reviewing traffic, bus and pedestrian analyses, building Synchro/SimTraffic models, and assisting with environmental studies and capital projects.

The ideal candidate holds a civil engineering degree (B.S. or higher) with relevant experience, a valid NYS Driver's License, and the ability to work both in-office and remotely up to two days per week.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering.
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required.
• Applicants must be either permanent in the Assistant Civil Engineer title or have filed for the Assistant Civil Service Exam #7006, with proof of filing.

Responsibilities

• Review and/or conduct traffic, bus, and pedestrian analyses to inform TPM projects.
• Prepare and review Synchro/SimTraffic models using pavement markings, signal timing plans, and traffic/pedestrian data; calibrate to field conditions per NYC DOT guidelines.
• Assist in environmental studies under CEQR/SEQR/NEPA using CEQR Technical Manual procedures and conduct LOS analyses for intersections and pedestrian elements.
• Prepare written reports and graphic materials for presentations; participate in technical/advisory meetings and coordinate with agency representatives.

Skills

Transportation engineering

Traffic impact studies

Writing and presentation skills

NYS Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Master's degree in civil engineering

Tools

HCS

Synchro/SimTraffic

SIDRA

AutoCAD

AutoTurn

VISSIM

Aimsun

Job description

Introduction

*** To be considered for this position candidate must be either serving permanently in the Assistant Civil Engineer Title, or must have filed for the Assistant Civil Service Exam # 7006, and provide proof of filing. Filing is open until 8/21/26.***

For more information on NYC Civil Service Exams -https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/how-can-you-find-upcoming-exams.page.

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 ambitious and motivated candidate to serve as Junior Project Analyst, working with a multi-disciplinary team on designing and implementing complex transportation planning, safety, and engineering projects. The candidate will review and/or conduct traffic, bus, and pedestrian analyses for TEP to inform projects undertaken by TPM's Transit Development unit, and assist in the collection, review, summary and analysis of transportation data. The candidate will review and prepare 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.

The candidate will also perform 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 assist senior staff in organizing and preparing 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

• 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

Filing period for Assistant Civil Service Exam #7006 for the Assistant Civil Engineer title is open until 8 /21/2006. For more information on NYC Civil Service Exams -https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/how-can-you-find-upcoming-exams.page.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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

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.

Hours/Shift: 35 hours/week

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

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