In order to be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer or must have filed for the Open Competitive Assistant Civil Engineer Exam #7006. Filing open until 8/21/26. The New York City Department of Transportation's Cycling & Micromobility unit is advancing the next phase of the City's Streets Plan, building on the progress made since 2021 in delivering protected bike lanes and safer, more connected corridors for cyclists and micromobility users. As NYC prepares for its second Streets Plan targeting one million daily cycling trips by 2030 the agency is investing in expanded network development, wider and more durable lane designs, and neighborhood scale improvements that support the growing number of riders and delivery workers. This role will directly support the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program by helping deliver world class street designs and the infrastructure needed to meet the City's ambitious mobility goals. The Division of Traffic Operations is seeking a skilled and dedicated Assistant Civil Engineer to join the Signals & Street Lighting Engineering Design Unit. The Assistant Civil Engineer performs engineering work related to the planning, design, analysis, and implementation of projects within the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program. The Assistant Civil Engineer will support the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program by developing and reviewing engineering designs that enable safer, more connected corridors for cyclists and micromobility users. The selected candidate will prepare designs, plans, contract and working drawings, contract specifications, technical documentation, and estimates of quantities. They will coordinate with design consultants on capital and interagency projects citywide. The Assistant Civil Engineer will review, comment on, and prepare AutoCAD designs while evaluating contract documents for the modification of new and existing signalized intersections across the city. Additional responsibilities include participating in meetings with design consultants and lead agencies, and maintaining records of drawings, plans, maps, surveys, and inspection data. Some assignments may require a driver's license. 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 the appointment in this position. Division: Traffic Operations Unit: Signals, Street Lighting, Engineering Design Unit Work Location: 34-02 Queens Blvd, LIC, NY 11101 Hours and Shift: 35 HRS/TBD Preferred Skills: -Excellent written and communication skills. -Proficient in Microsoft applications. Some assignments may require a driver's license. 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 the appointment in this position 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 filed for the Open Competitive Assistant Civil Engineer Exam #7006. Filing will be open until 8/21/26. 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 StudentAid.gov/PSLF. This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37. 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 filed for the Open Competitive Assistant Civil Engineer Exam #7006 or be eligible under the 55a program. 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 #: 785981 Current employees please log on into Employee Self Service at https://hrb.nycaps.nycnet and follow the Careers Link and search for JOB ID #: 785981 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. ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER - 20210 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering. Additional Information