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

To be considered for this position, candidates must be serving permanently in the title of Administrative City Planner, be reachable on the open competitive civil service list (Exam No. 1143), or be eligible under the 55a program.

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods on the City's streets, supporting economic and social vitality. Urban freight logistics, primarily via trucks, are vital for supporting NYC's residents, businesses, and tourism, but they also contribute to congestion, pollution, and infrastructure stress.

The Freight Mobility unit seeks a dedicated Senior Operations Manager to oversee key initiatives, including the USDOT-funded Urban Freight Collaborative RAISE grant and NYC DOT's Freight Advisory Committee. Responsibilities include managing project timelines and budgets, stakeholder engagement, content development for newsletters, and supporting cross-functional projects.

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication, project management, stakeholder engagement skills, experience in grant administration and strategic planning, and a background in urban freight, logistics, or transportation systems. Proficiency in data analysis, transportation planning tools, visualization software, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office is preferred.

This role offers an opportunity to work with various stakeholders to improve NYC's freight infrastructure and policy landscape.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Skills

Excellent oral and written communication, strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, experience with grant administration and strategic planning, background in urban freight or transportation, proficiency in data analysis and visualization software, and familiarity with Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

Additional Information

• This position is open to qualified persons with a disability under the 55a program. Indicate your interest in your resume or cover letter.
• Remote work up to 2 days per week is permitted under the Remote Work Pilot Program.
• Work Location: 55 Water St., New York, NY 10041
• Hours: Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm
• Application process: Submit resumes electronically via www.nyc.gov/careers or through Employee Self Service for current city employees. Refer to Job ID #691624.
• Residency in NYC is required within 90 days of appointment; some exceptions apply.
• Most public libraries offer computer access for applications.
• New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years.