Freight Strategy Lead - Department of Transportation : Job Details

Job Description

The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) 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. NYC's economic strength, vibrancy, and livability as a world-class city relies on the complex logistics and supply chains that support residents and businesses. Freight activity is an integral part of the lives of all New Yorkers providing the goodsneeded to support over 8.5 million residents, over 4 million jobs, and 62 million tourists each year. Today close to 90% of the City's goods are moved into and around the city by truck, the result of the shift from rail and water networks to highways in the second half of the twentieth century. Our dependency on trucks to meet an increasing demand for goods exacerbates traffic congestion, pollutes our air, stresses our aging infrastructure, and harms the quality of life in our residential neighborhoods.

To help address urban freight challenges, the Freight Mobility unit seeks a dedicated, dynamic, and experienced Senior Operations Manager. The successful candidate will report to the unit director, with wide latitude for independent judgment while supporting Freight Mobility Deputy Directors. The role is instrumental in overseeing key initiatives, including the recently awarded Urban Freight Collaborative USDOT-funded RAISE grant and the management of NYC DOT's Freight Advisory Committee. The Senior Operations Manager will also be responsible for content development for the Freight Mobility newsletter and support cross-functional projects across the unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with stakeholders, agencies, community stakeholders, and industry partners to drive improvements in New York City's freight infrastructure and policy landscape.

Key responsibilities include:

The Freight Mobility Unit is a nationally recognized, award-winning team committed to creating a safer, more sustainable, and efficient urban freight transportation system for New York City. Our dynamic team spearheads transformative projects, policies, and programs designed to meet the evolving demands of urban logistics, enhance community livability, and support New York City's ambitious environmental and sustainability goals. Through innovation and collaboration, we are shaping the future of freight mobility to better serve businesses, residents, and the environment in one of the world's most dynamic cities.

Minimum Qualifications

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to 1 or 2 above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in 2 above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in 1 and 2 above.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate should have excellent communication (oral and verbal) skills, strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, particularly in multi-stakeholder settings, with experience in grant administration and strategic planning. A background in urban freight, logistics, or transportation systems, along with a deep understanding of sustainable transportation practices, is highly preferred. Proficiency in data analysis, including transportation planning tools and visualization software, will support data-driven research and decision-making. Preference also given to candidates with familiarity using Adobe Suite and Microsoft Office.

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.