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 Office of Special Events seeks a highly organized and detail-oriented Community Coordinator to support the Banner Administrator in managing the Citywide Banner Program within the Office of Special Events. In this role, the selected candidate will evaluate, analyze, and process Banner Permit Applications while ensuring compliance with city guidelines, rules, and regulations. The position requires maintaining and updating advanced Excel databases to track event permits, installations, banner maintenance requests, and program-related documents. The coordinator will also assist in implementing and evaluating a digital application system designed to enhance the efficiency of the permit application process.

The Coordinator will collaborate with Inspectors to ensure safe and compliant banner installations according to DOT and NYC regulations. They will prepare reports and summaries for senior leadership, keeping records and files well-organized and easily accessible. Additionally, they will coordinate, review, and schedule Street Co-Naming requests, collaborating with city agencies and elected officials. This role involves responding to correspondence from Executive Staff, citizens, elected officials, community board leaders, city agencies, community organizations and event producers to provide information and support.

This position demands strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various city agencies and community groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills are critical to this role.

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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
2. High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preference will be given to candidate possessing the following: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in Public Administration or Marketing, two years of full-time professional satisfactory experience within the last five years that demonstrates event planning, management and coordination, allocation of resources, and the prioritizing of time and resources. We are seeking a professional candidate who has prior event planning/project management experience (large scale events) a willingness and ability to support the organizations mission statement regarding safety and security of the public strong analytical skills ability to multi-task and be able to work independently.

Note: The position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under 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.