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.

The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining the city's 12,760 miles of sidewalks and approximately 162,000 pedestrian ramps. SIM is tasked with sustaining a comprehensive inspection, pedestrian ramp and sidewalk program that ensures accessibility of pedestrian ramps, streets, and sidewalks.

Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner, the selected candidate will serve as the Associate Deputy Commissioner of Sidewalk Management and Concrete Programs. The selected candidate will have the responsibility of providing executive direction for the inspection, repair and installation of sidewalks and curbs; managing the in-house construction crews as they install, maintain and upgrade pedestrian corners, sidewalks, curbs, pedestrian islands, step streets and other concrete structures; and instruct project engineers who work closely with the Department of Buildings to review waiver requests that impact the right of way. With a headcount in excess of 500 employees that include clericals, analysts, engineers, laborers, operators and trade skills, the selected candidate will provide executive direction and control for the following programs:

Sidewalk Inspection Program – oversee the maintenance, repairs and installation of sidewalks and curbs. The Inspectors in this unit assess sidewalks and notify property owners of needed repairs. In the event timely repairs are not made by the property owner, the City uses private contractors to make the repairs and bills the property owner for the costs. The unit also provides engineering oversight to DDC contractors installing pedestrian ramps citywide. On average, DOT’s Prior Notice Sidewalk Repair Contracts construct over 1 million square feet of sidewalk and over 100,000 linear feet of curb each year.

Citywide Concrete Program – oversee the In-House Concrete Crews who repair and upgrade pedestrian corners, install sidewalks, curbs, pedestrian islands, and maintain other concrete structures, including the City’s step streets. The Associate Deputy Commissioner will be responsible for directing in house crews as necessary to meet the pedestrian ramp upgrade targets stipulated in the settlement with the EPVA.

Builder Pavement Waiver Program: In cases where new or existing developments are to be built, expanded, or improved due to unusual or extraordinary circumstances, upon written request of the builder, the Department of Transportation may agree to, if it is part of the right of way. The staff is comprised mostly of Project Engineers who work very closely with the Department of Buildings to review all waiver requests and inspect each work location to determine the feasibility and the impact of the proposed plan on the community prior to construction.

With safety the priority of the work that is being performed, ensure that appropriate policies are being followed; staff receives annual and specialized training; work with the DOT Office of Safety and Health team to ensure environmental and safety compliance; and stay abreast of construction standards to guarantee the staff are always up to date on best practices.

Additionally, the Associate Deputy Commissioner will be required to direct the development of policies and procedures to ensure there is a swift and coordinated response as needed from other Units or Divisions; schedule night and weekend work as needed; integrate the projects under their purview with Agency initiatives; recruit and retain a diverse workforce; represent the agency at meetings with City Hall, community groups, and other external stakeholders as necessary; and perform other high level and managerial duties at the request of the Deputy Commissioner of the Division.

1. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college and 4 years of satisfactory experience of a nature to qualify for the duties and responsibilities of the position, at least 18 months of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, consultative or executive capacity or supervising personnel performing activities related to the duties of the position; or

2. A combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have the 18 months of administrative, managerial, executive, consultative or supervisory experience described in "1" above.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience managing construction crews, preparing budgets, performing operational analysis and knowledgeable of the city personnel process.

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.

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/

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview

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.