Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator — DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (Job ID 799577)

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Job overview

• Agency: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
• Business title: Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator
• Civil service title: TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
• Location: 59 Maiden Lane
• Employment: F
• Salary: $66,330–$99,528 (Annual)
• Positions: 1
• Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning Public Safety, Inspections, & Enforcement
• Posting date in feed: 2026-10-09T00:00:00.000
• Deadline in feed: 23-OCT-2026

Description from source data

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list. Traffic Control & Engineering (TC&E) is seeking a qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of Transportation Specialist I, serving as Bicycle Sign & Wayfinding Coordinator. This position will work in collaboration with TC&E and other NYC DOT units to support the planning, development, and management of bike regulatory signage as well as the Bicycle Wayfinding Program. The selected candidate will perform a wide range of professional transportation and traffic-related projects, studies, and investigations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting field investigations, documenting existing conditions and issues, reviewing comprehensive bicycle signage network plans, siting of citywide bike signage, active participation in interagency communication, and potential staff supervision. Additionally, the candidate will review and approve work orders, ensuring signage complies with established Federal, State, and City guidelines and specifications, and may suggest enhancements to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will have proficient computer skills as the job involves data entry and the use of city-specific transportation software such as the Sign Information Management System (SIMS). Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, meticulous, accurate, capable team player with a positive attitude and strong organizational, communication, administrative, and data management skills. Responsibilities also include strict adherence to all agency safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment, including the correct usage of safety equipment and attire at work sites. The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively and inclusively, fostering professional growth and maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to join a team committed to improving safety, accessibility, and mobility across 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. DOT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting and maintaining a diverse workforce in an open and inclusive environment. 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. The Division’s responsibilities include planning, street design, technical analysis, signs, transit development, freight mobility and markings, ensuring the safety of motor vehicle occupants, pedestrians, and cyclists. Traffic Control & Engineering is responsible for administration, engineering and operations related to the installation, manufacturing, maintenance and removal of signs, flexible bollards, moveable barriers, in-house traffic sign production and other traffic control devices. The office draws on the expertise and talents of engineers, sign designers, planners, inspectors, IT experts, analysts and others to help the agency achieve Vision Zero and other city goals.

Minimum qualifications from source data

1. A master's degree in transportation engineering, mathematics, urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, urban studies, or related physical and social science fields; or 2. A baccalaureate degree in engineering from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience performing technical work on roadway transportation and traffic studies and area-wide traffic programs; or 3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "2" above; or 4. An associate degree or completion of 60 semester credits from an accredited college and four years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "2" above; or 5. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "2" above. SPECIAL NOTE: In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements above: To be assigned to Assignment Level II, the candidate must have an additional year of experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" listed under "2" above. To be assigned to Assignment Level III, the candidate must have an additional two years of experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" listed under "2" above.

Preferred skills

1. Preference will be given to candidate with a license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position. Preference with be given to candidate who shows a willingness to work in the field in all seasons traveling by bike, walking, or using mass transit. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of traffic engineering principles and standards. 3. Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, and develop projects, implement strategies, and possess excellent time-management skills. 4. Proficiency in the Department of Transportation’s Sign Information Management System (SIMS) as well as Abobe Creative Suite (especially Adobe Illustrator) and Microsoft Office

Application instructions from source data

All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods: Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for Job ID # 799577 All other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID # 799577 No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only 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

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