Director of Database Administration

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) IT & Telecommunications Division seeks an accomplished technology leader to serve as Director of Database Administration (Computer Systems Manager Level 3), reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer. The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for all database administration activities, ensuring the integrity, security, availability, and optimal performance of the agency's data infrastructure. This role oversees a team of five database administrators and plays a critical part in advancing NYC DOT's mission through data-driven innovation and enterprise system reliability.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS MANAGER - 10050

Minimum Qualifications

1. A master's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience in Information Technology (IT) including applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing, or user services. At least eighteen (18) months of this experience must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity in the areas of applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing or in the supervision of staff performing these duties; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or

3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and six (6) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or

4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and must possess at least three (3) years of experience as described in "1" above, including the eighteen (18) months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

In the absence of a baccalaureate degree, undergraduate credits may be substituted for a maximum of two (2) years of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 semester credits for six (6) months of the required experience. Graduate credits in computer science may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits in computer science for one (1) year of the required IT experience. However, undergraduate and / or graduate credits may not be substituted for the eighteen (18) months of experience in an administrative, managerial, executive, or supervisory capacity as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Providing strategic leadership in database management, technical solutions, and data Provide strategic leadership and vision for the design, implementation, and management of NYC DOT's enterprise database environment, ensuring data integrity, availability, performance, and security.
• Oversee and advance the agency's Data Warehouse initiative, integrating complex datasets from internal systems and external partners (including NYPD for Vision Zero) to deliver actionable business intelligence.
• Lead the development and execution of enterprise data strategies, including data governance, architecture, and lifecycle management, to support evidence-based decision-making across the agency.
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders throughout the software development life cycle to design, test, and deliver scalable, high-performing BI and data analytics solutions.
• Establish and enforce best practices in database engineering, continuous integration, automation, source control, and performance tuning to ensure operational excellence.
• Design and maintain logical and physical data models that optimize system performance and support large-scale analytics and reporting.
• Drive innovation through the evaluation and implementation of emerging database technologies, cloud platforms, and automation tools that enhance efficiency and resilience.
• Conduct business and systems analysis to identify opportunities for automation, data standardization, and reporting improvements that align with agency goals.
• Champion data quality and governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with City IT policies, cybersecurity standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote self-service analytics capabilities while maintaining enterprise data consistency and governance.
• Oversee vendor relationships, licensing, and support agreements to ensure service quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of database administrators, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.

55a Program

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.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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 / .

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

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.