Deputy Director

MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE CITY PLANNER OR REACHABLE ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE CITY PLANNER CIVIL SERVICE LIST

THE AGENCY

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and by sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

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THE DIVISION

The Bronx is home to more than 1.4 million residents a historic peak and by 2024, is projected to grow by more than 200,000 residents, a 14% increase making it one of the fastest growing counties in New York State. The Bronx Office has a varied and dynamic work program focused on ensuring the borough has great neighborhoods that include affordable housing, vibrant commercial and institutional centers, transit-oriented development and high-quality public realm.

The Bronx Office is responsible for a wide range of planning and urban design activities including developing borough-wide and local plans focused on affordable housing, economic development and the public realm; reviewing and managing land use applications subject to the Uniform Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP); leading community engagement; providing technical and policy guidance on all land use and zoning matters related to the City Planning Commission, local community boards and the public at large.

THE ROLE

The Agency Is Seeking To Fill The Position Of Deputy Director Of The Bronx Borough Office To Assist The Borough Director To Manage a Dynamic And Talented Team Of Planning And Urban Design Professionals Across a Wide Variety Of Projects And Studies, Track And Monitor The Office’s Numerous Land Use Applications, And Oversee Comprehensive Planning Efforts. With Great Latitude For Exercising Independent Judgment, The Deputy Director Will

• Assist the Director in developing and implementing the office work program, including the review of land use applications and recommending and formulating planning studies.
• In consultation with the Director and Team Leaders develop work programs, establish priorities and deadlines, and manage work assignments
• Monitor and assess the status of land use applications and neighborhood plans to assure adherence to the Office’s work program
• Assist in assigning land use applications and projects and delegating responsibilities and tasks to office staff as needed
• Assist in evaluating staff performance and help provide training, guidance, information and instruction for staff development
• Manage Department initiatives, and ULURP and other land use applications, and contribute to planning and urban design studies, and coordinate this work with other divisions of the Department, other City agencies, community boards, elected officials and the public
• Supervise the work of team leaders and other planners in the review of land use applications and implementation of studies and reports for the borough
• Provide guidance on ULURP applications planning studies and reports
• Represent the Department at meetings of civic, business and community groups, community boards and public agencies
• In the Director’s absence, perform requisite responsibilities of the Director
• Perform other related tasks
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four (4) years of full-time experience in city planning, at least eighteen (18) months of which must have been in a managerial capacity; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. However, a baccalaureate degree and eighteen (18) months of managerial experience in city planning is required of all candidates. Graduate work leading to an advance degree in city planning or related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the non-managerial experience on a year-for-year basis. Graduation from an accredited United States Law School may be substituted for two (2) years of non-managerial
  
  

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Preferred Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity - Demonstrated knowledge of the Department of City Planning, the Zoning Resolution and the City’s land use and environmental review procedures - Broad knowledge of operation, policies and practices of governmental agencies - Knowledge of Bronx’ land use and development issues - Demonstrated efficacy in presenting to and briefing the Department Director, Executive Director, land use applicants, community groups and elected officials - Demonstrated ability to negotiate sensitive and complex technical planning issues with other agencies, developers, community groups and elected officials - Ability to apply independent judgment in complex technical planning matters - Demonstrated ability to design, develop and implement a work program and to initiate and complete specific tasks in a timely fashion and with minimum direct supervision - Demonstrated leadership and personnel management skills - Outstanding organizational, communication and team building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively - Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills - Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a multi-disciplined forum and to resolve issues through consensus building - Strong written communication and verbal presentation skills
  
  

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 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.

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.