Timing Engineer

Timing Engineer

***In order to be considered for this position the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer, or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the open competitive list for Assistant Civil Engineer list, Exam # 5015, or be eligible under the 55a program.*** The Division of Traffic Operations seeks to hire an experienced Assistant Civil Engineer to support traffic signal timing and intersection control operations in the Signals Timing and Intersection Control (STIC) Unit. The successful candidate will be involved in planning, coordinating, and executing signal timing studies, as well as other transportation-related initiatives.

Candidate Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting studies on Traffic Signals (T/S), All-Way Stops (AWS), Left Turns (L/T), Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS), and Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPI) across the five boroughs.
• Recommending and implementing changes to traffic signals, signage, and other control devices to reduce congestion, improve safety, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Performing traffic signal timing modifications and conducting field investigations to improve safety for both vehicles and pedestrians.
• Working on Vision Zero and Retiming Projects, conducting traffic studies, analyzing feasibility for L/T signals and LPIs at high-risk locations, and analyzing traffic impact through simulation programs.
• Studying the impact of dedicated bus and bike lanes on heavily trafficked corridors and suggesting necessary signal timing adjustments.
• Participating in traffic signal design and construction, working on specialized projects to enhance the safety and efficiency of street networks.
• Prepare intersection sign order, block order, and school order; prepare and write repair orders.
• Conducting field surveys and investigations across all five boroughs. Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment in this position.

Work Location: 34-02 Queens Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101

Hours/Shift: 35 Hours/Shift TBD

Additional Information:

***In order to be considered for this position the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer, or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the open competitive list for Assistant Civil Engineer list, Exam # 5015, or be eligible under the 55a program.*** Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment in this position.

To Apply: ***In order to be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer, or must have taken, passed, and be reachable on the Open Competitive Assistant Civil Engineer Exam # 5015, or be eligible under the 55a program.*** Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment in this position. All resumes are to be submitted electronically using one of the following methods:

Please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for the JOB ID #: 717522

Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID #: 717522

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.

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.