The Division of Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) seeks a Curb Analytics Corridor Planner within its Regional and Strategic Planning (RSP) subdivision. 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.

Working with city, state, and regional agencies, RSP addresses transportation issues facing the New York City region, and provides policy, practice, and infrastructure solutions. The Special Projects unit within RSP is responsible for data-informed analysis and planning within four program areas: Curb Analytics, Curb Operations, Mobility Studies, and Mobility Data Management.

Reporting to the Curb Analytics Program Lead, the Corridor Planners will develop data-driven and site-based analyses and plans pertaining to curb lane regulations and policies. The selected candidates will collect and analyze data for complex studies and will prepare reports, perform analyses, and make site-specific recommendations. The Corridor Planners will also work on other curb management initiatives across Regional and Strategic Planning as well as the TPM and Traffic Operations Divisions, including the Dining Out NYC program, a program to expand outdoor seating options for restaurants, provide open space, and foster the economic rebound of businesses and neighborhoods. Other work will include, but will not be limited to, taxi and For Hire Vehicle (FHV) loading and relief zones and other upcoming programs, including pilots of new strategies to plan for and regulate activity at the curb; community outreach for programs and policies look to improve curb management within New York City; and working with both internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and an excellent written and oral communicator and has some experience speaking to community stakeholders. The candidates will be asked to work collaboratively and inclusively, seeking to cultivate continued professional development and to communicate effectively with NYC DOT staff and other stakeholders. Quantitative skills such as Excel and GIS are crucial. This is an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility throughout New York City.

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

The preferred candidate should have excellent communication (oral and written), presentation, and analytical skills experience working with New York City agencies and/or community groups experience using quantitative and qualitative research methods to support outreach efforts experience participating in public engagement events including listening to residents, Community Boards, and forming consensus. Preference also given to candidates possessing PowerBI skills, graphic design skills, GIS skills, and familiarity with the Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

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.

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