Program Manager, Low and Zero Emission Vehicle Programs

As outlined in the 2023 report PlaNYC: Getting Sustainability Done, the City of New York is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Transportation is the second largest source of greenhouse gas emissions after buildings and accelerating the adoption of zero-emission vehicles is essential to meeting the City’s climate and air quality goals. Expanding access to electric vehicle (EV) charging is a key to making EVs a practical and affordable mobility option for more New Yorkers, including taxi and for-hire vehicle drivers. With New York City’s high density and the high proportion of renter households, many New Yorkers lack off-street access to electric vehicle charging and will need to rely on public EV chargers, and NYC DOT is working on expanding public EV charging infrastructure. The unit is focused on setting up systems and programs to encourage EV adoption, including through charging in the right of way, while aligning with DOT goals to encourage walking, biking, transit, vibrant public space, accessibility for all street users, access to safe electric mobility for all, and shared mobility services.

Reporting to the to the Director of LEV and ZEV programs, in the Regional and Strategic Planning Unit, the candidate will be part of a team tasked with the planning, implementation, managing, analytics and evaluation of a citywide network of public Level 2 chargers, DC fast chargers and other projects, the creation of additional programs, policies, or operations to support the adoption of electric vehicles in the context of the agency’s larger vision for streets and transportation. Currently, DOT aims to deploy a significantly expanded citywide curbside charging network, while deploying and managing a growing network of DOT-owned, as well as third party (NYPA Evolve Program) and concessionaire operated chargers in its 30+ Municipal Parking Fields and Parking Garages and other city agency public parking lots, including both numerous fast charging hubs as well as outfitting spaces with L2 charging, coordinating siting of NYC Fleet operated on-street fast charging, and exploring other charging use cases.

The Program Manager will help develop effective strategies to manage and maintain NYC DOT's EV charging initiatives to maintain NYC as a leader in this emerging space to support city and state goals for air quality, sustainability, and fighting climate change. The Program Manager will ensure effective development and management of operations and contract elements of the curbside EV strategy site assessment, coordination and presentation to elected officials stakeholders, and community members about the chargers proposed in their district, coordination with DOT units, and supporting other sustainable transportation initiatives. With latitude for independent initiative and judgment, candidate must demonstrate ability to work collaboratively and inclusively with multi-disciplinary internal and external stakeholders. The candidate will be expected to prepare standard reports on analytics, presentations, and effectively communicate analysis and results as it relates to the status of the charging program. Although the primary focus will be on light duty vehicles, this position would also coordinate on freight and M/HD decarbonization.

The Division of Transportation Planning & Management 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.

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

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.