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BOB-Deputy Director of Flags

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Civil Service Title- Administrative Project Manager N/M

* IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER, OR BE REACHABLE THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE LIST, EXAM# 8042, OR ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55-A PROGRAM. PLEASE INDICATE ON YOUR RESUME.

Serves as Deputy Director of the Flag Engineering Section (FES); Assist Supervisor to manage and oversees all (structural and safety related) Flag conditions, Critical Findings (from tunnels), and Non-Structural Condition Observations (NSCO’s) and converts each of them into Repair Requests (RR) in the Structure Management System (SMS). The above reports are typically received from NYS DOT, NYC DOT, and other Third-Party sources. The selected candidate will be responsible for the Supervision and Management of all the Flag Unit’s Borough Engineers and administrative staff in the creation and closing of all RR’s in SMS. RR’s must be closed as per NYS DOT Bridge Inspection Manual guidelines. Assist in management of RR monthly Indicators, Oversees and follows up on all pending RR activities in SMS. RR’s can be routed to in-house maintenance, outside contractors, and other city agencies. Provides complex technical support for structural RR’s, supervises and manages the coordination of the RR work with external units, agency divisions, and governmental entities; Manages and Oversees the division’s night-duty officer roster which responds to off-hour and weekend emergencies and ensures enough coverage in the five boroughs. Ensures that engineering support staff follows all required codes and standards such as the NYS Construction Specifications, Steel Construction Manual, and others. Assist in Providing technical guidance in all bridge or structural component repair designs, where needed. May be asked to review preliminary (capital) design drawings to ensure future maintenance ability; Selected candidate is required to conduct independent or group field visits on a city vehicle to NYSDOT, and NYCDOT bridge inspection teams on elevated structures. Supervise the section staff in absence of supervisor. Required to perform related administrative and technical duties.

Preferred Skills
Familiar with NY State Bridge Inspection Manual Flagging Procedure. Candidate is required to have a Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the State of New York for field visits. Familiar with AutoCAD to review drawings and/or sketches. Professional Engineer License preferred.

Work Location
55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041

Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method: For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 690697 . For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 690697 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER - 8300B

Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience in the planning, administering or expediting of engineering design, and/or construction, or coordinating a very large engineering project, two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and nine years of experience as described in "1" above; two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. An accredited Master's degree in one of the disciplines described in "1" above, a law degree, or a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect or Landscape Architect may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must have the two years of the administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

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.

What You Should Know About BOB-Deputy Director of Flags, City of New York

Join the dynamic team at the NYC Department of Transportation as a BOB-Deputy Director of Flags! This vital role is perfect for a leader in civil engineering or project management who is excited to oversee and manage the structural safety of our city's flags and bridges. As the Deputy Director of the Flag Engineering Section, you will take charge of critical findings from various sources, converting them into actionable repair requests in our Structure Management System. You'll work closely with borough engineers and administrative staff, ensuring all requests are closed in line with NYS DOT guidelines. Your expertise and supervisory skills will be key as you coordinate complex repair projects with external units and governmental agencies, ensuring timely responses to safety needs. You’ll directly impact the safety of our infrastructure, working on-site with inspection teams and providing essential technical guidance on bridge repairs. Plus, your familiarity with AutoCAD and engineering codes will come in handy as you lead and mentor your team. If you're ready to make a difference in New York City’s infrastructure and oversee a dedicated team during night and weekend emergencies, we want to hear from you! Your journey toward an enriching career in public service starts here, where we value innovation and teamwork in maintaining our city's commitment to safety and structure integrity.

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What are the responsibilities of the BOB-Deputy Director of Flags at NYC DOT?

The BOB-Deputy Director of Flags at NYC DOT is responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of structural safety related to flags, including converting findings into repair requests in the Structure Management System. This role involves supervision of borough engineers and staff, ensuring all repair requests meet NYS DOT guidelines, overseeing monthly repair indicators, and coordinating emergency responses across the boroughs.