Hours: Full-time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Project Manager title or those who are reachable on the Promotional List (Exam #8529), or the Open-Competitive List (Exam #8042) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction's Division of Infrastructure is currently searching for a Program Coordinator to join the Program Management (PM) Unit.

Successful candidate will report to the Associate Commissioner and will monitor the progress of key initiatives like the Southeast Queens Initiative and the Pedestrian Ramps Program. This role involves collaboration with two Assistant Commissioners and twelve individual teams handling special assignments as needed. Essential duties also encompass tracking the agency's annual commitment plan and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), preparing presentations and materials for staff and interagency meetings, generating reports, and addressing inquiries from the Commissioner’s Office, Legal Department, Public Affairs, and City Hall.

Additionally, the Program Coordinator will compose replies to external communications for the Associate Commissioner's approval, manage special tasks for executive staff as directed by the Associate Commissioner and Assistant Commissioners, and develop a project tracking and reporting system. The role requires effective collaboration with executive staff and supporting the Division Administrative Officer (DAO) in gathering and disseminating information pertinent to Program Management's staff. The Program Coordinator will also be responsible for crafting and distributing emails and announcements on behalf of the DAO when necessary.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
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ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER - 8300B

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience in the planning, administering or expediting of engineering design, and/or construction, or coordinating a very large engineering project, two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and nine years of experience as described in "1" above; two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. An accredited Master's degree in one of the disciplines described in "1" above, a law degree, or a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect or Landscape Architect may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must have the two years of the administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

Please note the following preferred skills for this position: 1. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 2. Robust data analytics capabilities 3. In-depth knowledge of pertinent computer applications and data systems 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Microsoft PowerBI 5. Knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL). 6. Knowledge relevant to infrastructure work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main) 7. Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling 8. Valid driver's license (required)

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 not required for this position.

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.