Senior Public Realm Planning Coordinator

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking an Associate Urban Designer to join the Office of Livable Streets. The role focuses on neighborhood planning, design concepts, scenario planning, and the development of clear visual narratives to support street design and Public Realm initiatives.

You will mentor staff, set graphic standards, coordinate with City agencies and communities, and translate complex planning ideas into compelling visuals for public audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited college and two years of full-time experience in planning, design, research, investigations and/or studies related to urban design development programs.
• Graduate work leading to an advanced degree in architecture, urban design or city planning may be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A demonstrated ability to map information spatially and to develop neighborhood planning concepts is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead on and collaborate in the development of neighborhood planning and design concepts that result in scenario planning.
• Synthesize quantitative and qualitative analysis and direct the development of planning graphics and visual communications.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and workload management for Strategic Planning staff and ensure consistent, high-quality visual storytelling.

Skills

Urban planning

Public speaking

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Tools

GIS

Job description

The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking an Associate Urban Designer to join the Office of Livable Streets. The role focuses on neighborhood planning, design concepts, scenario planning, and the development of clear visual narratives to support street design and Public Realm initiatives.

You will mentor staff, set graphic standards, coordinate with City agencies and communities, and translate complex planning ideas into compelling visuals for public audiences.