Traffic Control & Engineering is responsible for administration, engineering and operations related to the installation, manufacturing, maintenance and removal of signs, flexible bollards, moveable barriers, in-house traffic sign production and other traffic control devices. The office draws on the expertise and talents of engineers, sign designers, planners, inspectors, IT experts, analysts and others to help the agency achieve Vision Zero and other city goals.

Traffic Control & Engineering (TCE) is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers Level III to serve as the Director of Maspeth Interior Operations. As Director, the candidate will be responsible for managing supervisory, traffic device maintenance and production staff for the design, manufacture, and distribution of traffic control devices to be deployed citywide. This role will oversee a large and complex operation that includes the Maspeth Machine Shop, Art Room, Sign Stockroom, and Central Warehouse. The responsibilities include planning and scheduling work crews, parts and equipment needs, budget and labor estimates, and requisitioning supplies as needed. The Director will coordinate with Borough Engineers to ensure the timely distribution of traffic signs for Street Improvement Projects and other transportation initiatives, as well as coordinate activities with other units, allocate vehicles and equipment amongst the work crews, and review engineering drawings. The selected candidate will also coordinate the delivery and placement of temporary traffic control devices for special events and traffic projects. Administrative duties include maintaining absence control calendars, evaluating staff, making recommendations to improve methods and procedures, and attending meetings. The Director will be responsible for waste management, the handling and storage of hazardous materials, the physical condition of work locations and ensuring adherence to all agency safety rules and regulations in creating a safe work environment for themselves and colleagues ensuring that all safety equipment and gear are used and worn properly on the work site. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing, meeting milestones, and complying with all rules and regulations. Also, the ability to work collaboratively with others, possess a willingness and readiness to tackle challenges, oversee day-to-day operational and administrative aspects of the job, ensure work is performed in a safe and timely manner, provide leadership, and assist staff development in various technical and non-technical areas.

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. 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 planning, street design, technical analysis, signs, transit development, freight mobility and markings, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Preferred Skills
The ideal candidate for the position should be a creative problem solver, detail-oriented, and adaptive under pressure. They should also be highly resourceful in carrying out tasks and possess excellent communication skills. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership qualities with a proven track record of effective interaction with management and the ability to motivate staff. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and be proficient in DOT’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS).

To Apply
All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:
Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for Job ID # 626929
All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID # 626949
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

Work location: 58-50 57th Road, Maspeth, New York

Hours/Shift: 35 Hours / To Be Determined

Preferred Skills:
The ideal candidate for the position should be a creative problem solver, detail-oriented, and adaptive under pressure. They should also be highly resourceful in carrying out tasks and possess excellent communication skills. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership qualities with a proven track record of effective interaction with management and the ability to motivate staff. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and be proficient in DOT’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS).

For Appointment to Assignment Level II and Assignment Level III
1. At least one year of experience as a Supervisor of Traffic Device Maintainers working for the NYC Department of Transportation; or

2. Four years of recent, satisfactory, full-time, practical experience maintaining, servicing and repairing mechanical equipment, including two years in a supervisory capacity.

The ideal candidate for the position should be a creative problem solver, detail-oriented, and adaptive under pressure. They should also be highly resourceful in carrying out tasks and possess excellent communication skills. The candidate should exhibit strong leadership qualities with a proven track record of effective interaction with management and the ability to motivate staff. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess strong managerial and interpersonal skills and be proficient in DOT’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS).

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.