Assistant Civil Engineer (Per Diem)

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) provides for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and maintains and enhances the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of City residents. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment.

Under supervision of the Assistant Commissioner and Deputy Director, the candidate will serve as an Assistant Civil Engineer in the Land Use Review unit within the Division of Legal Affairs. This position will primarily be responsible for the coordination of review of all MTA projects for Master Lease purposes which will involve reviewing site plans, survey, and any plans and drawings related to the project proposals; and coordinating the review process. The selected candidate will also be responsible for performing work related to land use issues including review of various types of applications such as ULURP, license agreements and waiver applications; conduct topographical research and gather information from various agencies; consult with other DOT divisions for their opinion, conduct field survey, investigations; participate in meetings; analyze land use issues and prepare maps using ArcGIS for land use purposes; review design plans, sketches, maps, and other technical drawings and make necessary recommendations; prepare correspondence for supervisor’s review; respond to inquiries from various communities and elected officials and their constituencies related to street system and land use issues; provide assistance to and coordinate work with other Divisions of DOT; engage in investigations and studies pertaining to land use, provide authoritative interpretations of New York City tax maps and City maps. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

***THIS PER DIEM POSITION IS FULL-TIME (35 HOURS PER WEEK) AND IS PAID AT AN HOURLY RATE. PER DIEM EMPLOYEES WHO WORK 35 HOURS PER WEEK RECEIVE HEALTH
AND DENTAL BENEFITS. LEAVE ACCRUAL RATES FOR ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE IS BASED ON HOURS WORKED. CANDIDATES APPOINTED FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST WILL
RECEIVE PAID HOLIDAYS IMMEDIATELY. CANDIDATES APPOINTED PROVISIONALLY WILL RECEIVE PAID HOLIDAYS AFTER 18 MONTHS OF FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT.***

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Preferred Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong familiarity with New York City real estate and land use processes desired. GIS experience preferred. Preference given to candidates with New York City government experience, as well as NYC zoning and land use experience.

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.