Reporting directly to the Director of Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I), the T&I Program Manager will support the Unit’s efforts in all aspects of planning, and operational coordination related to emergency transportation contingencies, utility disruptions, and hazards impacting public infrastructure in New York City.

This position will have broad responsibility to coordinate with, and provide technical assistance to internal and external partners, regarding planning efforts for hazards that may impact the movement of people and goods throughout the New York City region. This includes:
¿ Managing the development of plans for coordinating a citywide response to public hazards
¿ Working with City agencies to identify roles and responsibilities within operational planning and response and resolve gaps and overlaps
¿ Ensuring the mobility needs of people with disabilities are prioritized and addressed within citywide policy and operational guidance as it relates to evacuation or transportation prior to, during, or after an emergency.
¿ Identifying innovative methods including new technologies or partnerships to advance the City’s emergency planning and increase responsiveness to the needs of local communities including people with disabilities, access and/or functional needs
¿ Developing and implementing short- and long-term goals and objectives for the successful execution of planning and response procedures during emergency events
¿ Maintaining critical working relationships with public and private sector partners, including NYC TLC, MTA, PANYNJ, USCG
¿ Other projects and tasks as assigned based on emergency or leadership priorities

The selected candidate will be assigned to periodic Emergency Operations Center team and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies. The selected candidate will also participate in drills and exercises, assist with Ready NY presentations to external groups, and will undertake special projects as assigned.

1. A master’s degree from an accredited college in emergency management, public administration, urban planning, engineering, economics, political science, the physical sciences or related field and one year of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: emergency management, fire, police, or military service, public safety, public health, public administration, urban planning, engineering, or another specialized area to which the appointment is to be made; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas listed in “1” above; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s
department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and six years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in the areas listed in “1” above, at least two years of which must have been in one of those areas, or another specialized area to which the appointment is to be made.

1. Demonstrated ability to work with representatives from government agencies and private organizations
2. Experience managing projects, including setting project timelines, monitoring progress, and producing final deliverables
3. Familiarity with the geography and transportation network of the New York City area and urban mobility issues
4. Familiarity with urban mobility issues and transportation services for people with disabilities and access and/or functional needs
5. Familiarity with inequality within the built environment and its impact on social and economic issues in New York City, especially as it applies to emergencies
6. Excellent organization and project governance skills
7. Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
8. Experience facilitating meetings and workshops
9. Experience working for or in partnership with organizations in the transportation, infrastructure, or utility sectors
10. Experience coordinating with or actively supporting operating divisions and/or in-field personnel

New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) helps New Yorkers before, during, and after emergencies through preparedness, education, and response. NYCEM is responsible for coordinating citywide emergency planning and response for all types and scales of emergencies. We are staffed by more than 200 dedicated professionals with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, including individuals assigned from other City agencies.

The Planning and Resilience Bureau is responsible for all phases of the disaster cycle including planning, interagency coordination, risk analysis, mitigation and recovery. This includes coordinating and guiding partnerships to develop strategies that analyze, plan, and address hazard risk and vulnerabilities.

The Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I) Unit provides subject matter expertise on the New York City region's transportation, infrastructure, and utility systems. Through the development of planning guidance and delivery of operations policy support, the unit coordinates citywide support for transportation network contingencies, utility disruptions, and infrastructure emergencies.

Current City Employees: Apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS). Go to Recruiting Activities¿Careers and search Job ID# 584597.

Non-City Employees/External Candidates: Apply via NYC Careers. Go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search Job ID# 584597.

Monday - Friday / 9:00am - 5:00pm

165 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn, NY 11201

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.