Freight Program Lead - New York City Department of Transportation : Job Details

To be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of City Planner or be reachable on the open competitive civil service list or be eligible under the 55a program.

New York City's economic strength, vibrancy, and livability as a world-class city rely on complex logistics and supply chains supporting residents and businesses. Freight activity is essential for all New Yorkers, providing goods needed to support over 8.5 million residents, more than 4 million jobs, and 62 million tourists annually. Currently, nearly 90% of the City's goods are transported by truck, a shift from rail and water networks to highways in the latter half of the twentieth century. This dependency on trucks to meet increasing demand exacerbates traffic congestion, pollutes the air, stresses aging infrastructure, and impacts residential neighborhoods' quality of life. Join our team to reinvent freight transportation solutions and address these critical challenges.

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management (TPM) oversees the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on NYC streets, supporting economic and social vitality. Responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signage, transit development, freight mobility, and safety for all road users. The Freight Mobility (FM) Unit within TPM seeks two (2) motivated candidates with strong technical and communication skills to serve as Program Leads for the Freight Efficiency and Sustainability programs. The unit develops infrastructure projects, programs, and policies to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of freight movement in NYC.

Working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and under general supervision, successful candidates will:

These roles report to the FM Deputy Directors overseeing freight efficiency or sustainability. The Efficient Deliveries Program Lead will focus on expanding Off-Hour Deliveries, Neighborhood Loading Zones, and Microhubs. The Sustainable Deliveries Program Lead will expand Commercial Cargo Bikes, Blue Highways, Truck Electrification, and Green Loading Zones. Both will support citywide freight strategies, including the 'Delivering New York' and 'Delivering Green' plans, ensuring neighborhood sensitivity and compatibility.

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of full-time city planning experience; or
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above, with graduate coursework in relevant fields substituting for experience at a rate of 30 credits per year, provided a baccalaureate degree is held.

Assignment Level III: One additional year of professional experience beyond the minimum.

Assignment Level IV: Two additional years of professional experience beyond the minimum.

Knowledge of transportation policy, planning, operations, management, or technology; strategic thinking; experience analyzing transportation performance; budget management; strong data analysis; report writing; proficiency with MS Office, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite; and a valid Driver's License is a plus.

This position is open to qualified persons with disabilities under the 55-a Program. Indicate your interest in the 55-a Program at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs. For details, visit

NYC residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment, with some exceptions for employees with continuous city service. Discuss residency requirements with the agency at interview.

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