Traffic Control Inspector - TPM - New York City, NY : Job Details

* To be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Traffic Control Inspector or have filed for exam #3062 and be reachable on the civil service list once

established, or eligible through the 55a program.*

Transportation Planning & 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, and ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists.

The Division of Transportation Planning and Management (TPM) is looking to hire Traffic Control Inspectors to serve various units within the division addressing many of the city's critical initiatives such as, DOTs Strategic Plan, Green Wave, New New York, EV Charging Program, and the NYC Streets Plan. TPM inspectors ensure that various city mandated Street Improvement Projects are implemented and maintained safely and correctly. Duties vary depending on assignment area and can include but are not limited to; conducting field investigations and reports, creating bills for contractors, reviewing and approving contractor work orders, inspecting and measuring completed work, completing pre/post-inspection of locations, confirm elements were installed as per the approved design, create work orders ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications. supervise contractors doing installations and implementations, and completing other studies as deemed necessary by the units.

These positions involve field work including traveling to all 5 boroughs, working outdoors in varying weather conditions, and long periods of standing, walking, and possible lifting. The selected candidates will be responsible for ensuring compliance to all agency safety rules and regulations in creating a safe work environment for themselves and colleagues, ensuring all safety equipment and gear are used and worn properly on work site. Candidates should be process-oriented and dedicated to continually improving efficiency and quality. They should have excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate constructive working relationships within the office and be committed to improving work zone safety. Candidates should be detail-oriented, accurate, and capable team players with a positive attitude, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Looking for dedicated individuals interested in coaching others, improving work zone safety, and growth opportunities within the division.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization, and two years of full time satisfactory experience in vehicular traffic regulation and control or in conducting traffic studies; or

2. An Associate of Applied Science degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering technology, urban studies, urban planning, mathematics or another

closely related field; or

3. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and a satisfactory combination of experience and/or college education that is equivalent to that described in 1 or 2 above. College credits obtained from an accredited college may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credits for one year of full time experience. However, for every 30 semester credits that are substituted for one year of full time experience, at least 6 of the 30 semester credits must be in engineering technology, urban studies, urban planning, mathematics or other closely related field.

License Requirements

Must possess a motor vehicle driver license, valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Requirements for Assignment Level II

To be considered for assignment to Assignment Level II, candidates must have, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements above: one additional year of fulltime satisfactory experience working in Assignment Level I; or one additional year of

full time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above for a total of three years of experience. Such experience must include supervising the regulation of vehicular traffic or the conduct of traffic studies.

Requirements for Assignment Level III

To be considered for assignment to Assignment Level III candidates must have, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements above: two additional years of

full time satisfactory experience working in Assignment Levels I and II for a total of four years of experience; or two additional years of full time satisfactory experience as described in 1 above, at least one of which must have been in supervising vehicular traffic regulation and control or in conducting traffic studies.

Preferred Skills

Field experience conducting traffic studies and inventories, significant knowledge of SIMS, Microsoft Word, Excel, & Access, ArcGIS, Adobe Suite, AutoCAD. Supervisory experience helpful. Ability to read engineering drawing a plus. Knowledge of Traffic Analysis software a plus. Knowledge or experience working with, or analyzing electrical equipment, and overall demonstrable interest or experience in environmental sustainability is a plus.

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

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.