School Safety Inspector - RIS
Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Posted on: 11/23/2024
Full-time
Location
MANHATTAN
Exam may be required
Department
Research, Imp & Safety
Salary range:$55,519.00 – $81,679.00
*** To be considered for this position candidate must be either serving permanently in the Assistant Transportation Specialist, or be reachable on the Civil Service list, Exam List #0154, or beeligible under the 55a program. ***The Division of Transportation Planning and 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. Research Implementation and Safety (RIS) is a sub-division that identifies, plans and implements annual street improvement projects and programs throughout New York City, all focused on improving safety, through programs such as Vision Zero, Safe Streets for Seniors, High Pedestrian Crash Locations, and Neighborhood Slow Zones. The School Safety unit is responsible for improving safety near K-12 schools throughout New York City. The group focuses primarily on pedestrian safety, accessibility, and the development of projects that encourage non-motorized transportation.
Work Location:55 Water Street, NY NY 10041Hours/Shift:M - F / 35hrsPreferred SkillsKnowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred. Experience with SIMS, a DOT-specific program for writing sign order, is a plusTo ApplyAll resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:External applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID # 689496Current city employees, log into Employee Self Service at www.nyc.gov/ess and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 689496No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted.Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.Most public libraries have computers available for use.Note: New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of senior staff and with wide latitude for independent judgement, the selected candidate will be responsible for conducting field investigations and performing data collection to support School Safety programs, including installing School Slow Zones, school loading zones, and other specialized safety treatments and street redesigns to improve youth safety. Typical assignments will involve detailed curbside/intersection inventories, traffic control and land use assessment, examination of street operations, and radar speed surveys. Additional duties to be performed include data entry using City-specific transportation software (e.g., SIMS to create and approve sign orders), assisting with data analysis, maintaining databases, and preparing relevant forms, reports, correspondence, and logs. The selected candidate must be willing to work outside in all weather conditions. 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. The candidate will be asked to work collaboratively and inclusively, seeking to cultivate continued professional development and effectively communicate with all stakeholders. This is an opportunity to work with a team dedicated to improving safety, accessibility and mobility throughout New York City.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.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, urban studies, planning or mathematics or one of the physical sciences; or
2. High school diploma or its educational equivalent and 4 years of full-time experience performing technical work on traffic programs and citywide transportation studies; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is preferred. Experience with SIMS, a DOT-specific program for writing sign order, 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 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.
