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Civil Service Title- Assistant Transportation Specialist The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. Under supervision, serves as an Assistant Transportation Specialist in the Bridge Management Section of the Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, Inspections, and Operations, Division of Bridges. The Division is responsible for the safety, reliability, and long-term serviceability of New York City's bridge infrastructure. Within the Division, the Bridge Management unit connects operational findings (inspections, load ratings, asset inventory) with long-term capital planning to determine which bridge structures require rehabilitation, replacement, component repairs, or special monitoring.
The selected candidate will support the initial implementation, data verification, and effective use of AASHTOWare Bridge Management (BrM) software, helping to maintain accurate bridge inventories, condition tracking, and asset management documentation. This position offers entry-level engineers valuable exposure to bridge inspection data review, deterioration trends, and the municipal capital program development process.
Typical tasks include: Assist with AASHTOWare BrM implementation, including data entry, documentation updates, and technical quality control. Review and verify bridge inventory, GIS/location data, and inspection datasets within BrM and related databases to support federal and state compliance. Perform basic engineering analysis on WNBI/NBI ratings, element-level condition data, and deterioration trends to project rehabilitation/replacement schedules. Support preliminary structural evaluations by assisting with bridge load rating inputs, calculations, and capacity documentation under the supervision of licensed engineers. Assist senior staff in compiling data, bridge prioritization lists, and background materials for project scoping packages and capital budget justifications. Assist in reviewing consultant submissions, standard inspection reports, and maintenance records to identify structures needing further evaluation or restrictions. Help develop standard operating procedures, checklists, and data workflows for asset management applications. Coordinate and communicate with Inspection Management, Load Rating, permitting, and inspection field staff to gain cross-functional exposure.
Preferred Skills Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is highly desirable. Strong foundational grasp of structural engineering and basic civil infrastructure concepts. Ability to work efficiently with software spreadsheets, databases, asset management tools, and GIS applications; familiarity with or interest in AASHTOWare BrM is a plus. Interest in bridge inspection practices, condition tracking, asset deterioration, and structural plans. Good written and verbal communication skills for generating summaries and memos, solid organizational habits, and an ability to collaborate effectively across multiple technical teams.
Work Location 55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041 Hours 8:00AM - 4:00PM M-F All resumes are to be submitted electronically. All applicants please go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID#
Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is highly desirable. Strong foundational grasp of structural engineering and basic civil infrastructure concepts. Ability to work efficiently with software spreadsheets, databases, asset management tools, and GIS applications; familiarity with or interest in AASHTOWare BrM is a plus. Interest in bridge inspection practices, condition tracking, asset deterioration, and structural plans. Good written and verbal communication skills for generating summaries and memos, solid organizational habits, and an ability to collaborate effectively across multiple technical teams.
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 the agency representative at the time of interview.
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Other reasons you should work for us: Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. College savings plan Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax) a tax-deferred savings program and access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. 35-hour base work week. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists.
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