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Job Description

* To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the civil service title of Assistant Civil Engineer, or reachable on the list. *

Transportation Planning and 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 roadway project planning, roadway design, technical analysis, maintenance of street signs, transit development, freight mobility, and roadway markings. TPM’s Design & Construction (D&C) unit has professional engineering oversight for geometric design elements of NYC roadways. We draw on expertise and talent of Civil Engineers, Urban Designers, Planners, Asset Managers, Inspectors, Administrators, Analysts, and others to evolve and maintain the curb geometry and street plans for all NYC’s 6300+ miles of roads, create and maintain official pavement marking and concrete island plans, and oversee the application and refurbishment of NYC’s 250+ million linear feet of pavement markings (stripes, messages, colored surface treatments for bus/bike/plaza, etc.).

D&C seeks to hire self-motivated and ambitious Assistant Civil Engineering (ACE) candidates to support the development of Street Improvement Projects that enhance safety for pedestrians, bicyclists, motorcyclists, and motor vehicles. These positions will focus on incorporating proven safety treatments, including “hardened daylighting” at intersections, to improve visibility for all users. Under the guidance of senior staff, Project Engineers will collaborate with internal units to address identified safety concerns and be responsible for preparing drawings and details using AutoCAD, performing street design work of moderate difficulty and responsibility, and assisting with research, investigations, or studies related to street design functions or activities. Project Engineers will also participate in meetings and conduct other related duties. Field work may be required to determine field conditions and design constructability in order to refine conceptual designs. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, accurate, capable team players, and possess excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility throughout New York City.

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. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

Preferred Skills:

Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver’s license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position. Proficiency in AutoCAD, GUIDESign, AutoTurn, and Microsoft Office Suite. A familiarity with AASHTO, MUTCD, NYC Street Design Manual, and NACTO publications. Excellent writing and oral skills are preferred. Those candidates interested in this position will be asked to work collaboratively, to cultivate continued professional development, use state-of-the-practice technology for plan development, and to effectively communicate through verbal and written forms with all stakeholders.

Additional Information:

Note: Less than 2 years. of City Service - New Hire Rate: $ 66,330 2 or more years of City service - Minimum Incumbent Rate: $ 76,279 ***To be considered for this position, candidates must be serving permanently in the title of Asst. Civil Engineer or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list.*** For more information on NYC Civil Service Exams https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/apply-for-a-city-job.page. This position is eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

Work Location:

33-00 Northern Blvd. LIC, NY

Hours/Shift:

35 Hours / To be determined

To Apply

All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:

Current employees, please log in to Employee Self Service, follow the Careers Link. Job ID #: 764870

All other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 764870

No phone calls, faxes, or personal inquiries permitted.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Most public libraries have computers available for use.

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 us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.

ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER - 20210

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.

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.

Salary Min: $ 66,330.00

Salary Max: $ 99,528.00