Project Coordinator - OSIP

The multidisciplinary Pedestrian and Public Space Unit is responsible for engaging New Yorkers to reimagine and utilize their city streets as public space and oversees the development of programs, policies, projects, and management tools to elevate the public realm experience for its primary user the pedestrian.

Through initiatives and programs ranging from the Pedestrian Mobility Plan, Public Space Programming, the Public Space Equity Program, Open Streets, Super Sidewalks, Street Seats, Complex Intersections, Shared Streets and Plazas, the Pedestrian and Public Space Unit creates vibrant and inclusive spaces that improve safety, accessibility, and walkability while enhancing commerce, community, and culture throughout New York City.

The Pedestrian and Public Space Unit Planning Team assists with developing the Pedestrian and Public Space Unit’s project portfolio for in-house and capital projects.

The Planning Team is also in charge of updates to the Pedestrian Demand Map that is part of the NYC Pedestrian Mobility Plan.

Reporting to the Planning Team Lead, a motivated and enthusiastic Community Coordinator is needed to work within the Pedestrian and Public Space Unit of the Office of Street Improvement Programs (OSIP).

The Project Coordinator will help develop future projects through a variety of programs that focus on equity, safety, pedestrian demand, pedestrian comfort and convenience, and environment and human health.

As a part of this effort the selected individual will collaborate internally with other DOT units and externally with agencies like the Department of Parks and Recreation to assess capital needs and evaluate existing project lists.

As part of a more data driven process, the candidate will assess various data sets to identify potential projects within a neighborhood boundary, recognizing different needs in different neighborhoods based on existing walking modal share, density and land use, sociodemographic variables, existing DOT projects, application requests for Open Streets and Plazas, and internal and external agency priorities.

The Project Coordinator will conduct community outreach to better understand the needs and goals of the community, as well as to educate the community on DOTs tools and goals.

They will partner with community-based organizations to enhance DOT planning and implementation, prioritizing the safety and well-being of the communities we serve.

The selected candidate must be familiar with and demonstrate expertise in the following areas : data analysis using ArcGIS or QGIS software and Microsoft Excel;

photography and graphic skills to convey information effectively using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

The candidate should also understand the latest traffic calming techniques and streetscape design considerations.

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

Ideal candidates must be able to demonstrate strong creative and analytical problem-solving skills and have experience or demonstrate interest in transportation dynamics, transportation policy, bike share, and / or cycling.

Experience working with the public, community groups, and New York City agencies, and strong verbal and written communication skills are also desired.

Experience or interest in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Excel, PowerPoint, and / or Adobe Creative Cloud are desirable. It is desirable that the candidate possess a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.