Job Information
City of New York EARD Team Leader in New York, New York
Job Description
MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF CITY PLANNER OR REACHABLE ON THE CITY PLANNER CIVIL SERVICE LIST EXAM 1112
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).
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THE DIVISION:
The Environmental Assessment and Review Division (EARD) is responsible for preparing and reviewing City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR) applications for the City Planning Commission. The Division coordinates the review of CEQR applications between DCP and other government agencies and conducts CEQR reviews, including the review and preparation of draft and final Environmental Impact Statements. In addition, the Division prepares final CEQR determinations, letters and memos; and provides technical assistance in the preparation and submission of applications.
THE POSITION:
The Division is seeking a project management Team Leader to support the efficient preparation, analysis and review of CEQR applications. The position is an opportunity to work closely with DCP staff throughout the agency, interagency CEQR teams, and project teams to analyze and disclose potential environmental impacts related to discretionary land use actions. The candidate should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills; an ability to grasp complex policy issues; and a desire to contribute to an engaging, collaborative team environment.
Under the supervision of the Deputy Director and Director, with latitude for independent judgment, the candidate will be expected to perform work including – but not limited to – the following:
Supervise EARD staff in the review and analysis of CEQR applications to determine the potential for significant adverse impacts in the areas identified in the CEQR Technical Manual;
Oversee the production of project managers’ work, ensuring that it is completed thoroughly and consistent with guidelines and timeframes set forth by SEQRA, City of New York Rules of Procedures and CEQR.
Train and mentor project managers. Work collaboratively to develop and implement training programs related to rules, guidelines and timeframes set forth by State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA), City of New York Rules of Procedures and CEQR.
Identify and monitor team members’ strengths and areas of improvement, in support of the formal performance evaluation process; participate in the hiring process, as needed;
Prepare and review CEQR applications, including Environmental Assessment Statements (EAS) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), as needed;
Work closely with staff and CEQR applicants to aid in the preparation and submission of CEQR applications to the Department;
Coordinate inter- and intra- agency technical reviews related to the preparation and review of CEQR applications. Conduct meetings to resolve issues and recommend solution strategies;
Prepare CEQR determinations and other letters and memos as needed;
Communicate effectively with staff and other stakeholders, as needed;
Perform related tasks.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning; or
A satisfactory combination of education and/or 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 on the basis of 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.
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.