Office Title: Director – Economic Development

Civil Service Title: Administrative City Planner

Salary Range: $110,000 – $130,000

Division / Work Unit: Housing and Economic Development

Hours / Shift: Mon – Fri (9am – 5pm)

Position Status: Full-Time / Permanent

Application Deadline: Until Filled

 

THE AGENCY:

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

DCP’s six strategic objectives include: (a) catalyze long-term neighborhood improvement through integrated planning and targeted accompanying public investments; (b) encourage housing production, affordability, and quality; (c) promote economic development and job growth; (d) enhance resiliency and sustainability of neighborhoods; (e) ensure integrity, timeliness and responsiveness in land use reviews; and, (f) supply objective data and expertise to a broad range of planning functions and stakeholders.

Central to its mission, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications. The Department also works closely with OMB in developing the Ten-Year Capital Strategy, and helping administer the Neighborhood Development Fund, geared toward ensuring that growing neighborhoods undergoing rezoning have accompanying infrastructure investments.

The New York City Department of City Planning is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about our great agency.

THE DIVISION:

In order to enable the dedication of greater staff time and focus to issues of housing and economic development, the Department plans to reorganize its Housing and Economic Development Division into an Economic Development Division and a Housing Division, each of which retains its team of data and policy analysts responsible for subject matter in their respective areas. In close coordination and collaboration

with the other Strategic Planning divisions at DCP, the Economic Development Division will advise the Executive Office and City Planning Commission on a wide range of issues related to economic development and the application of policy to individual land use review applications, conduct planning studies and initiatives of citywide scope for the agency, and compile routine data and analysis to guide the activities of borough planning offices and other divisions at DCP. In conjunction with other agency divisions, the Division maintains and provides routine analysis of data related to economic development, including the tracking of employment, business activity, and workforce development. The Division also coordinates directly with the Economic Development Corporation (EDC), Department of Small Business Services (SBS), and other City and State agencies on the administration of business and development assistance programs, data analysis, and policy development.

THE ROLE

Under direction and general guidance of the Deputy Executive Director for Strategic Planning, with significant latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the Director will perform difficult and responsible work in city planning such as the following:

• Provide data and policy analysis on issues related to the economy and economic development, and their intersection with land use and other planning issues, to support a wide range of agency activities
• Make recommendations to the Director, Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director for Strategic Planning, and the City Planning Commission regarding agency policy, City initiatives, and land use applications
• Provide policy guidance and collaborate on policy development with the borough planning offices, Strategic Planning divisions, and other agency divisions
• Represent the Department on economic development-related issues in interactions with other City and public agencies, the Office of the Mayor, elected officials, and external entities, including in public forums
• Formulate specific work programs for division projects, and contribute to the formulation of the department’s work program
• Lead studies and implementation actions related to economic development
• Expedite the identification, negotiation, and resolution of issues affecting the success of interdivisional and interagency studies and projects
• Work directly with other City agencies to share data and expertise, and to formulate interagency strategies on economic development-related issues
• Manage a small team of planners and analysts to provide sound and timely information and sustain high standards of data and policy analysis
• Establish work assignments for division staff, evaluate staff performance, provide guidance, instruction, training and mentoring to staff, and recruit new employees to the Division
• Lead and coach division staff, using performance evaluations and professional development resources.

 

PREFFERED SKILLS

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience managing intra-agency, inter-agency and other teams on large, complex projects, demonstrating strong collaborative tendencies
• Thorough knowledge of the City’s planning and economic development issues, and a working knowledge of the Zoning Resolution, City and State tax incentive and business assistance programs, workforce development resources, and Department land use review procedures
• Proven ability to apply independent judgment and innovative problem-solving when addressing complex policy matters
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve sensitive and complex issues with other senior staff within and outside the Department
• Proven history of developing and implementing process and workflow management improvements, as well as ability to drive change
• Outstanding organizational and management skills including proven leadership and team building
• Excellent written, editorial and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority, including driving results through others
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others to settle differences and negotiate agreements.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of City Planning does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four (4) years of full-time experience in city planning, at least eighteen (18) months of which must have been in a managerial capacity; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” above. However, a baccalaureate degree and eighteen (18) months of managerial experience in city planning is required of all candidates. Graduate work leading to an advance degree in city planning or related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the non-managerial experience on a year-for-year basis. Graduation from an accredited United States Law School may be substituted for two (2) years of non-managerial

experience.”

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted through the NYC Careers / ESS Website City Employees

1. Log in to ESS.
2. Search for job ID number: 507591
3. Click on the job business title: Director – Economic Development
4. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

 

Non-City Employees –Visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/ and follow the steps below:

1. Search for job ID number: 507591
2. Click on the job business title: Director – Economic Development
3. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

 

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered city employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.

PLEASE NOTE: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with a Human Capital representative.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A COPY OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN CAPITAL DIVISION. THE DEPARTMENT MAKES AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED APPLICANTS.

Office Title: Director of Human Capital

Civil Service Title: Administrative Labor Relations Analyst

Salary Range: $130,000 – $145,000

Division / Work Unit: Human Capital Division

Hours / Shift: Mon – Fri (9am – 5pm)

Position Status: Full-Time / Permanent

Application Deadline: Until Filled DISCLAIMER: The NYC Department of City Planning does not offer Sponsorship, of any kind, for any type of employment opportunity.

 

THE AGENCY

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

DCP’s six strategic objectives include: (a) catalyze long-term neighborhood improvement through integrated planning and targeted accompanying public investments; (b) encourage housing production, affordability, and quality; (c) promote economic development and job growth; (d) enhance resiliency and sustainability of neighborhoods; (e) ensure integrity, timeliness and responsiveness in land use reviews; and, (f) supply objective data and expertise to a broad range of planning functions and stakeholders.

Central to its mission, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications. The Department also works closely with OMB in developing the Ten-Year Capital Strategy, and helping administer the Neighborhood Development Fund, geared toward ensuring that growing neighborhoods undergoing rezoning have accompanying infrastructure investments.

The New York City Department of City Planning is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about our great agency.

THE DIVISION

The Human Capital Division acts as a strategic business partner and consults with all employees and managers on human resources functions and issues for a 350 person agency. Human Capital handles various day to day human resources operations including payroll, timekeeping, benefits, recruiting, professional development, employee engagement and experience, as well as other related topics. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience leading a human resources function, or serving as the senior leader supporting Executive and/or C-suite leadership, acting as a trusted advisor. This role requires deep empathy and a commitment to building trust and treating all employees with dignity and respect, fostering a transparent, welcoming and inclusive environment. The incumbent will lead a dynamic, service-oriented Human Capital team responsible for developing and executing strategies and initiatives to support the employees of this fast-paced agency. The Director will lead and work on human resources projects and initiatives that drive the culture and morale of this remarkable agency.

THE ROLE

Regularly advising the Executive team, this is a leadership position and the most senior member of the Human Capital team. The Director will drive agency-wide Talent Management strategy while partnering closely with agency leadership to build capability and leverage professional growth opportunities across the organization. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate independent initiative, judgment and decision in day-to-day management of approximately seven (7) staff in the following functions: human resources, recruiting, onboarding, learning and professional development, labor and employee relations, payroll, timekeeping, benefits, analytics, civil service, employee engagement and employee experience.

In this agency, human resources is not a box checking exercise – it requires sophisticated business partnering and consulting skills to draw out the right solutions that will positively impact our agency culture and what it feels like to work here every day.

On an ongoing basis, the Director will be responsible for:

Human Capital Leadership

• Having full oversight of the Human Capital division, in partnership with the Deputy Director of Human Capital, including timekeeping, payroll, special leaves, civil service appointments, employee services, collective bargaining increases, workforce analytics and other Department of Citywide Administrative mandates
• Advising the Chair, Executive Director and COO with guidance on all people issues affecting the department
• Developing and implementing a strategic human capital plan, addressing ongoing DCP needs in hiring, training, professional development, retention, employee engagement and employee experience, including partnering with Fiscal to establish and manage the relevant processes and budget
• Guiding the DCP senior leadership team in deploying methods to increase employee engagement
  • Performing ad-hoc analyses of significant human capital initiatives and potential issues o Collecting and analyzing data on hiring, retention, demographics, staff allocation and utilization, skills, diversity, and training
  • Analyzing organizational and support structures to identify opportunities for improved effectiveness in alignment with the agency’s mission
  • Acting as liaison with oversight agencies and participating in meetings and conferences on human capital to share information and identify best practices for application at DCP
  • Conduct grievance hearings and speak with Union representatives and the Office of Labor Relation when necessary; implementing strategies and administrative procedures to assure compliance with city-mandated personnel and building maintenance policies, directives and guidelines
  • Participating in agency-wide Planning and Budgeting processes
  • Managing DCP’s occupational safety requirements in collaboration with the Department of Citywide Administrative Services

 

Talent Management

• Improving the effectiveness of the entire DCP workforce through focused professional development and training programs
• Working with divisional leaders and external parties to understand current and future workforce needs, skill gaps and appropriate training remedies
• Coordinating logistics and trainers for this robust program, and soliciting feedback to continually improve the offering
  • Continuing to streamline and manage our performance management system, and identifying and deploying relevant process improvement and/or training opportunities
  • Managing personnel who maintain all HR-related operational processes for a 300-person agency, including payroll, timekeeping, benefits, time and leave and recruiting
  • Leading, driving and executing the agency’s Talent Review Process, Succession Planning and other related projects, including, but not limited to, career paths, career counselling and development planning
  • Ensuring new staff is effectively and seamlessly on-boarding new employees, including effective execution of our New Hire Orientation program

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

• Supported by the Executive Office, drive diversity-related initiatives that encourage diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the development and implementation of workforce policies, initiatives, and organizational outcomes.
• Ensure a robust short-term and long-term diverse talent pipeline, with recruitment strategies that attract, retain and develop a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of NYC
• Strengthen onboarding program with an eye for inclusiveness and belonging for new hires
• Develop and maintain a set of agency-wide values that guide the development, implementation and lived employee experience of redefined agency-wide values
• Partner with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer as needed
• Co-draft annual EEO and Diversity Plan and subsequent quarterly report out of progress to goals
• Confer with EEO Officer and Exec staff as needed regarding personnel actions resulting from EEO Office investigations
•  Ensure EEO accountability as it pertains to senior leader performance evaluations

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Given the varied responsibilities of this role, we foresee evaluating candidates who may have had limited experience in some of these functions. Broadly speaking, we are very interested in candidates who have a strong interest and proficiency in human capital dynamics – with an emphasis on developing individuals rather than full knowledge of HR administration. While you do not need to be an urban planner, we expect that you are curious and passionate about the work that we do and that you understand the importance of transparency and being known and available to all of our 350 employees. Successful candidates can look forward to leading the collaboration with the Executive team on transforming how DCP attracts, develops and retains its professional staff, cultivating culture and engagement and enabling people to do their best work. The following qualifications are sought after for this role:

• Strong desire to improve the effectiveness of the department and overall employee engagement by leading the continuous measurement and improvement of human capital practices
• Demonstrated senior strategic human resources business partner experience and technical expertise in human resources, management and labor and employee relations
• Demonstrated ability to influence, even without direct authority
• Minimum 5 years’ experience supervising professionals in a strategic function
• Keen business acumen and track record of partnering strategically with business leaders
• Experience in developing and implementing training programs
• Experience in establishing and managing performance evaluation processes
• Ability to apply independent judgment on complex interpersonal issues and to resolve problems creatively, quickly and calmly under severe time constraints
• Strong proven organizational, management and analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Paramount ability to build credibility and rapport across all levels of an organization – keen listening skills and a knack for demonstrating empathy and instilling trust to cull out the unspoken
• Adept interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with disparate personalities to resolve differences and reach a consensus
• Natural change agent, with demonstrated experience leading successful change management initiatives
• Ability to remain calm, cool and collected in all situations
• Previous experience as an Equal Employment Officer or exposure to citywide EEO policies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and HRIS systems
• Knowledge of City personnel and timekeeping systems as well as overall principles and practices a plus

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of City Planning does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

1. A master’s degree from an accredited college in business or public administration, economics, labor or industrial relations, statistics or a closely related field and four years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in labor research and analysis, employee benefit design and benefit program evaluation, compensation analysis, labor economics, economic planning or a related area, 18 months of which must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in labor research and analysis, employee benefit design and benefit program evaluation, compensation analysis, labor economics or economic planning; or

 

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and five years of professional experience, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in “1” above; or

 

3. Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” or “2” above. However, all candidates must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in “1” above.

 

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted through NYC Jobs/Employee Self Service website

City Employees – Click here to apply directly

1. Log in to ESS.
2. Search for job ID number: 507491
3. Click on the job business title: Director of Human Capital
4. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

 

Non-City Employees – Go to https://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/

5. Search for job ID number: 507491
6. Click on the job business title: Director of Human Capital
7. Click on “Apply For Job” at the top of the posting

 

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation. If you are offered city employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.

PLEASE NOTE: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with a Human Capital representative.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A COPY OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN CAPITAL DIVISION. THE DEPARTMENT MAKES AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED APPLICANTS

Office Title: Financial Analyst

Civil Service Title: Staff Analyst

Salary Range: $62,470 – $75,000

Division / Work Unit: Fiscal Division

Job ID: 503328

Hours / Shift: Mon – Fri (9am – 5pm)

Position Status: Full-Time / Permanent

Application Deadline: Until Filled DISCLAIMER: The NYC Department of City Planning does not offer Sponsorship, of any kind, for any type of employment opportunity.

THE AGENCY

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

DCP’s six strategic objectives are: (a) catalyze long-term neighborhood improvement through integrated planning and targeted accompanying public investments; (b) encourage housing production, affordability, and quality; (c) promote economic development and job growth; (d) enhance resiliency and sustainability of neighborhoods; (e) ensure integrity, timeliness, and responsiveness in land use reviews; and (f) supply objective data and expertise to a broad range of planning functions and stakeholders.

Central to its mission, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications. The Department also works closely with OMB in developing the Ten-Year Capital Strategy and helping administer the Neighborhood Development Fund, which is geared toward ensuring that growing neighborhoods undergoing a rezoning have accompanying infrastructure investments.

DCP is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and to learn more about our great agency.

THE DIVISION

DCP’s Fiscal Division strives to improve the agency’s financial responsibility and operational effectiveness by providing information, analysis, and administrative and technical support to programs and divisions throughout the agency. The Fiscal team’s daily operations include, but are not limited to, grant management, accounting for both payable and receivables, budgeting, financial reporting, and procurement. Due to the relative size of DCP and its diverse funding composition, members of DCP’s fiscal team have direct exposure to a wide range of financial functions.

THE ROLE

The Fiscal Division is seeking a self-motivated, energetic individual to assist the Department in maintaining financial transparency and compliance while providing support to the Director of Fiscal and other members of the fiscal team. This position requires a candidate that is detailed-oriented, forward-thinking, and eager to learn. The role offers an incredible opportunity to become an expert in an extensive variety of financial activities required to support the Department’s planning mission.

Reporting directly to the Director of Fiscal, the selected candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Administering and monitoring expense and revenue budgets for DCP’s various funding streams and State and Federal grant programs.
• Conducting ongoing analysis, tracking, and review of Personal Service (PS) and Other than Personal Service (OTPS) expenses.
• Coordinating with Fiscal’s Procurement staff to ensure sufficient funding is available for agency expenditures, expenses are charged to appropriate budget and object codes, and budget modifications are processed as needed.
• Assisting in the development of fiscal procedures and tools to streamline routine processes and improve expense/revenue tracking.
• Forecasting agency expenses and reconciling spending and revenue collections against the City’s Financial Management System, offering solutions to current or potential budget issues as they arise, and keeping the Director apprised of changing budget conditions and spending.
• Supporting the development and submission of new needs requests and cost savings initiatives to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
• Coordinating with DCP Staff, the Office of Management & Budget, the NYC Office of the Comptroller, and State/Federal partners on various budget and fiscal matters.
• Preparing routine and ad-hoc financial reports for DCP leadership and oversight agencies. Reports include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly PS surplus/needs analyses, monthly OTPS reports, quarterly financial reviews, variance reports, spending plans, etc.
• Working closely with the Department’s Human Capital Division to evaluate the financial impact of personnel actions, forecast PS expenses, and submit Personnel Action Requests (PARs) to OMB. Providing assistance to other members of the Fiscal team and performing special projects as assigned.

 

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Excellent quantitative problem-solving skills.
• Experience with analyzing data, creating reports, and presenting information to various audiences.
• Ability to summarize complex information into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of City Planning does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

1. A master’s degree 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 the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human resources development, political science, urban studies or a closely related field; or

 

2. A baccalaureate degree 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 the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience working in one or a combination of the following areas: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; or in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; or in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, labor relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation or fiscal management; or in a related area.

 

Special Note:

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in “2” above.

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted through the NYC Careers / ESS Website

City Employees – Click here to apply directly

1. Log in to ESS.
2. Search for job ID number: 503328
3. Click on the job business title: Financial Analyst
4. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

 

Non-City Employees – Click here to apply directly, or visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/ and follow the steps below:

1. Search for job ID number: 503328
2. Click on the job business title: Financial Analyst
3. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

 

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to OMB approval.

As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation. If you are offered city employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.

PLEASE NOTE: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be  eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with a Human Capital representative.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A COPY OF THE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN CAPITAL DIVISION. THE DEPARTMENT MAKES AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED APPLICANTS.

Office Title: Senior Zoning Specialist Civil Service

Title: City Planner

Salary Range: $73,294 – $80,000

Division / Work Unit: Technical Review Division

Job ID: 502609 Hours / Shift: Monday – Friday (9am – 5pm)

Position Status: Full-Time / Permanent Application Deadline: Until Filled

THE AGENCY

The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the strategic growth and development of the City through ground-up planning with communities, the development of land use policies and zoning regulations applicable citywide, and by sharing its perspectives on growth and society needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

DCP’s six strategic objectives include: (a) catalyze long-term neighborhood improvement through integrated planning and targeted accompanying public investments; (b) encourage housing production, affordability, and quality; (c) promote economic development and job growth; (d) enhance resiliency and sustainability of neighborhoods; (e) ensure integrity, timeliness, and responsiveness in land use reviews; and, (f) supply objective data and expertise to a broad range of planning functions and stakeholders.

Central to its mission, DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of approximately 450 land use applications. The Department also works closely with OMB in developing the Ten-Year Capital Strategy and helping administer the $1 billion Neighborhood Development Fund, geared toward ensuring growing neighborhoods undergoing rezoning have accompanying infrastructure investments.

The New York City Department of City Planning is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development, and creativity. Visit our website at www.nyc.gov/planning to access the full listing of job opportunities and learn more about our great agency.

THE DIVISION

The Technical Review Division (TRD) supports the Department’s mission and the City’s goals by reviewing land use applications that facilitate the construction of millions of square feet of housing, commercial space, and open space per year. TRD ensures that land use applications provide complete and correct information to community boards, borough presidents, the City Council, and the general public. Interfacing with the development community and planners across the Agency, Technical Review Planners develop and utilize in depth expertise in zoning, design, plan review, land use process, and project management. The Division also maintains the official City Map and Zoning Map of New York City, which lays out the streets, parks, and zoning districts.

THE ROLE

TRD seeks an experienced architect or city planner familiar with New York City zoning processes and development environment to review and process zoning applications to the New York City Planning  Commission. Each zoning specialist is responsible for managing 40-60 projects that facilitate development ranging from single-family homes to 1 million-square-foot towers across the city from Arrochar to Midtown to Williamsburg.

This role involves the following tasks:

• Perform complex zoning analyses on all manner of developments across the city including research into zoning and building code, property histories, legislative histories and other sources  as necessary.
• Review land use applications to determine completeness accuracy, and other planning considerations
• Produce and review official Departmental documents including Notices, Sketchmaps, and City Planning Commission Reports.
• Provide technical assistance to developers, architectural and legal professionals, and community planners.
• Manage multiple project simultaneously in a fast paced environment, consistent with Department and City Hall priorities
• Conduct meetings to resolve issues and recommend strategies.
• Perform related tasks

The selected candidate will become expert in the NYC zoning resolution and NYC land use approval process.

They will also be exposed to many highly varied projects and work with planners across this and other City agencies in a highly collaborative environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with different personalities and roles, a solution-oriented attitude, and an ability to support team members’ professional development.
• Experience in drafting or review of architectural drawings
• Experience with NYC zoning and land use processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail in research, analysis, and review of visual and written material
• Ability to monitor and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, meet strict deadlines, and quickly respond to Departmental priorities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of City Planning does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning; or
2. A satisfactory combination of education and experience that is equivalent to “1” above. Graduate education in city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation engineering, public administration, economic development, or related fields may be substituted for experience based on 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have a baccalaureate degree.

Special Qualification Requirements

Assignment Level III

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, one additional year of professional experience as described in “2” above.

Assignment Level IV

To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, two additional years of professional experience as described in “2” above.

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted through the NYC Careers / ESS Website

City Employees

1. Log in to ESS.
2. Search for job ID number: 502609
3. Click on the job business title: Senior Zoning Specialist
4. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

Non-City Employees – Please visit: https://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/ and follow the steps below:

1. Search for job ID number: 502609
2. Click on the job business title: Senior Zoning Specialist
3. Click on “Apply Now” at the bottom of the posting

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

As of August 2, 2021, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have

been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered city employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the hiring agency.

 

PLEASE NOTE: New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with a Human Capital representative.

THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY PLANNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A COPY OF THE

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN CAPITAL DIVISION. THE DEPARTMENT MAKES AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DISABLED APPLICANTS.

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Based in New York City, NY

SEIU 32BJ is looking for a training and support specialist to join the data analytics and strategy department.  The job is based at the union’s headquarters in New York City. People of color and women are encouraged to apply.

With 175,000 members in eleven states and Washington, D.C., SEIU 32BJ is the largest union representing property service workers in the country. Our members have fought for and achieved high standards for private and public sector property service workers, and we continue to fight for higher standards for thousands of unorganized service workers.

We are committed to engaging our diverse membership and to developing members to lead in our organizing, political, social justice and contract campaigns.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide in person and online trainings to staff across the union on various data tools such as mobile apps, data entry forms, CRM software, and campaign dashboards.
• Troubleshoot issues, implement best practices, follow up with, and support staff in their usage of data tools
• Ensure data integrity via identifying and fixing discrepancies in our systems/databases
• Manage the internal ticketing system, assign incoming requests to the proper people, analyze frequent issues
• Pull lists and reports on an as needed basis
• Assist with data collection and entry procedures to ensure consistency and expand organizational efficiency, feedback
• Providing campaign-related data management and analysis during contract, political and organizing campaigns

Qualifications:

• Computer skills and the ability to learn internal data and workflow systems. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel is required, VAN and auto dialing software is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort breaking down complex topics to a diverse group of users with varying technical skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously both independently and as team member
• Detail oriented and well-organized
• Experience in the labor movement, organizing, or political campaigns a plus
• English/Spanish bilingual speakers are strong plus

32BJ offers a great work environment, the challenge and satisfaction of making a meaningful contribution to creating good jobs in our economy while earning a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefits package that includes employer-paid family health insurance.

32BJ is an equal opportunity employer.  People of color and women are encouraged to apply.

Local 32BJ has implemented a vaccine mandate. Bona fide religious and ADA exemptions

are permitted with additional safety measures.

To Apply

Please send résumé with cover letter describing experience and salary requirements to Human Resources at HR@seiu32bj.org