Senior Project Coordinator - Safety Projects/ Daylighting

Davita Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation agency in New York City seeks a Senior Project Coordinator for Safety Projects and Daylighting. This role focuses on enhancing street safety for all users through innovative project planning and community engagement. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a background in urban design. This position may also allow for remote work up to two days a week, supporting flexible work options.

Benefits

Potential for federal student loan forgiveness

State repayment assistance programs

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and capable team player.
• Requires proficiency in traffic calming, urban design, and pedestrian-oriented design.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing street improvement projects.
• Conducting research and crash analysis to enhance safety.
• Providing technical assistance to senior staff.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Technical Assistance

Community Outreach

Education

Master's Degree in relevant fields

Bachelor's Degree

Associate Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Description

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

The Transportation Planning and Management Division (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, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists.

The Research, Implementation, and Safety Unit (RIS) is a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to making the streets of New York City safer for all users as part of Vision Zero, a citywide policy striving to eliminate serious injuries and fatalities from traffic crashes. RIS uses a data-driven approach to design and implement street safety redesign projects, administer safety programs, promote senior and youth safety, manage crash data and data applications, conduct large-scale safety research projects, and lead agency action plans related to safety and Vision Zero programs/policy.

This is an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility throughout New York City.

RIS's Safety Projects and Programs team is seeking candidates for its Senior Project Coordinator: Safety Projects/Daylighting position. This role will be responsible for planning, developing, designing, and implementing Street Improvement Projects to improve safety for pedestrians, motor vehicles, bicyclists, and motorcyclists. The position will focus on incorporating proven safety treatments, including "hardened daylighting" at intersections to improve visibility for all users.

Key tasks include:

1. Performing research and crash analysis to identify high crash locations and developing projects to enhance safety for all road users.
2. Designing and implementing street improvement projects.
3. Analyzing traffic data, preparing reports/graphics, and creating maps.
4. Conducting field work including on-site evaluations of safety/traffic conditions and field meetings.
5. Providing technical assistance to senior staff.
6. Tracking and coordinating project planning and implementation.

The selected candidate will also be required to perform and direct community outreach, including meeting with public officials, Community Boards, inter- and intra-agency members, and other stakeholders, as well as preparing and giving presentations to various groups.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, accurate, a capable team player, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to handle more complex projects with some independent judgment.

The Department of Transportation's (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents.

Preferred Skills include proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite. Knowledge of traffic calming, urban design, pedestrian-oriented design, complete streets, and traffic engineering is required. Excellent writing, editing, oral presentation, and community outreach skills are essential. A valid NYS Driver's License is required.

Work Location: 55 Water Street, New York, NY 10041

Hours/Shift: 35 hrs / 9 am to 5 pm

Additional Information:

• To be considered for this position, candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Associate Staff Analyst, be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program.
• This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

To Apply: All resumes should be submitted electronically via www.nyc.gov/careers/search using Job ID 715008. Current employees should log into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycaps.nycnet.

Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit www.nyc.gov/dot.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A master's degree in relevant fields and one year of professional experience, or

2. A bachelor's degree and three years of experience, or

3. An associate degree and five years of experience, or

4. A high school diploma and seven years of experience, or

5. An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Skills are as previously described.

This position is also open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program. Indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter if applying through this program.

Additional benefits include potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

Residency in NYC is generally required within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions based on continuous city employment.

The City of New York is committed to equal opportunity employment and a diverse workforce.