The selected candidate will serve as the Manhattan Deputy Borough Commissioner and act as a senior liaison between the agency, elected officials, community stakeholders, and other governmental entities. The position is responsible for apprising the Borough Commissioner of potential issues of concern to both the agency and the community related to transportation initiatives and projects.
The Deputy Borough Commissioner attends and represents the agency at meetings with community boards, elected officials, and other government agencies, including evening public meetings, presentations, and hearings. The role requires regular coordination with district offices, including Assembly, Senate, City Council, and Borough President offices, as well as with internal and external agency partners, to provide updates on project status and address constituent and stakeholder concerns.
Where appropriate, the Deputy Borough Commissioner resolves or facilitates the resolution of issues and clearly articulates the Department’s position in accordance with policies and guidance established by the Borough Commissioner. The position maintains ongoing communication within the agency and with civic organizations and community groups regarding routine service requests, as well as complex planning and capital projects.
Additional responsibilities include preparing written responses and status updates to constituents, elected officials, and other entities; drafting and processing policy-sensitive documents within established timeframes; and supervising subordinate staff involved in community liaison functions, administration of the speed hump database, and oversight of multimodal programs. The role also provides guidance on task management, establishes priorities, offers solutions to operational challenges, and performs related duties as required.
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Bachelors degree in Transportation Policy, Transportation Planning, Environmental Policy, Technology Policy, Public Administration, or a related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience. A Masters degree in these or other relevant fields can substitute for one year of experience and a Ph.D. degree in these fields can substitute for up to two years of experience.
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