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Transit Development Subject Matter Expert, Design and Construction
- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Posted on
07/31/2026
- Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Exam may be required
Department
Design & Construction
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Job Description
The Transportation Planning and Management Division (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. TPM’s Design & Construction (D&C) unit has professional engineering oversight for geometric design elements of NYC roadways. We draw on expertise and talent of Civil Engineers, Urban Designers, Planners, Asset Managers, Inspectors, Administrators, Analysts, and others to evolve and maintain the curb geometry and street plans for all NYC’s 6300+ miles of roads, create and maintain official pavement marking and concrete island plans, and oversee the application and refurbishment of NYC’s 250+ million linear feet of pavement markings (stripes, messages, colored surface treatments for bus/bike/plaza, etc.).
D&C seeks to hire a self-motivated and ambitious candidate to serve as a Transit Development (TD) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to focus on research and application of best practice bus priority treatments for street design projects across New York City. The selected candidate will report to the Director of Design for Policy and Guidance and serve as both a technical resource and designer for the Borough Directors within the TPM, D&C, and Design Unit.
The responsibilities of the SME will include working closely with the TD unit to understand their broader bus priority goals, conducting research with organizations such as NACTO, developing design details specific to NYC applications, providing presentations or training sessions to other design staff, developing bus priority street designs using AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D engineering design software, preparing concrete construction plans for bus boarding islands, assembling submission packages for Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) External Partner Program (EPP) review process, and reviewing engineering design plans developed by borough project engineers in coordination with the respective Borough Director of Design.
Additional responsibilities include review of Capital Street and highway proposals and plans, engineering design analyses, presenting engineering judgement and recommendations for street and highway designs, and other stakeholder requests. The selected candidate will be expected to work collaboratively and inclusively, seeking to cultivate continued professional development, foster a strong team, clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and through written policies, reports, and correspondence with all stakeholders. The selected candidate is expected to be well-versed in AutoCAD for plan development, with experience in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D recommended. As well as ensuring adherence 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 where and when required.
NYC DOT’s 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.
Preferred Skills
Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Familiarity with street design standards and guidance from FHWA, MUTCD, NYCDOT, AASHTO, NACTO, and NYSDOT. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques.
Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Proactive and collaborative work style; Strong organizational, communication, administrative, writing, and presentation skills; Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities effectively in a fast-paced environment; and easily adaptable to changing technologies.
Work Location:
33-00 Northern Blvd, LIC, 11101
Hours/Shift:
35 / TBD
Additional Information
This position is eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37. For information on NYC Civil Service, please visit https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/apply-for-a-city-job.page.
To Apply
All 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 # 785175
Current city employees, log into Employee Self Service at www.nyc.gov/ess and follow the Careers link and search for Job ID # 785175
No 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.
CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215
Minimum Qualifications
(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above.
Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
Preferred Skills
Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment in this position. Familiarity with street design standards and guidance from FHWA, MUTCD, NYCDOT, AASHTO, NACTO, and NYSDOT. Knowledge of innovative street design techniques. Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Proactive and collaborative work style Strong organizational, communication, administrative, writing, and presentation skills Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities effectively in a fast-paced environment and easily adaptable to changing technologies.
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 not required for this position
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.
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Job ID
785175
Posted until
08/14/2026
Title code
20215
Civil service title
CIVIL ENGINEER
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Transit Development Subject Matter Expert, Design and Construction
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
01
Number of positions
1
Work location
33-00 Northern Blvd., Lic Ny
- Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
Transit Development Subject Matter Expert, Design and Construction
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How do you become a subject matter expert?
You become a subject matter expert by accumulating deep, applied experience in a specific domain over time, then making that knowledge visible through publications, certifications, presentations, or formal advisory roles. Start by focusing your career on a narrow specialty, pursue advanced credentials, contribute to industry standards or internal documentation, and take on projects that require knowledge others cannot provide.
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The interview process for subject matter expert roles typically includes an initial screening call, a technical or domain knowledge interview where you explain concepts and walk through past decisions, and a panel interview with stakeholders from multiple functions. Some employers add a written assessment or ask you to review a document and provide expert commentary. Expect questions about how you handle uncertainty and how you communicate complex topics to non-expert audiences.
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