Senior Urban Designer

The New York City Council, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking a Senior Urban Designer to serve in the Planning and Land Use Division.

The Planning and Land Use Division is comprised of city planners, attorneys, and administrative staff.

They work collaboratively to: track and advise Council Members on land use applications, including Uniform Land Use Review Process (ULURP); Staff and facilitate Council hearings and votes for the Land Use Committee, Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises, and the Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Sitings, Resiliency, and Dispositions; design and implement community planning processes; conduct policy analysis & research to support informed decision-making; provide legal guidance and legislative drafting; offer education & ongoing support on planning and land use related topics; and provide technical assistance support to Council Members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing urban design support to the Division on a variety of planning initiatives and policy proposals through site analysis, existing conditions research, conceptual designs, technical and illustrative drawings/renderings, digital massing models, graphic design assistance, and development of presentation materials and reports.
• Assisting the Director and Deputy Directors, to analyze and evaluate development proposals and rezonings.
• Advising members of the Division on overall urban design and public realm concepts, objectives, and respond to the implications of urban design decisions on certain projects.
• Identifying and tracking short-term, long-term, and evolving urban design trends relevant to NYC development and report on these trends to the wider team.
• Working closely and collaboratively with supported communities, and Council Members and staff to assist in the development of plans and other documents that are responsive to and reflective of the needs and interests of community members.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to other staff.
• Occasional after-hours availability may be required to address time-sensitive matters.
• Performing other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of a Baccalaureate degree in Urban Design, Planning, or Architecture (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least five years of full-time experience in urban design.
• Proven ability to visually represent complex urban systems and conceptual design ideas and collaborate well with colleagues and key stakeholders to inform design decisions.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign and ArcGIS.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to communicate effectively with people of all ages from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and gender backgrounds.
• A passion for community engagement.
• Ability to exercise sound and careful judgement.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
• Commitment to public service.
• Multilingual a plus.
• Desire to take self-initiative while also enjoying working within a team.
• Knowledge of New York City’s built environment.
• Ability to center equity as a guiding principle in all work.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should forward their cover letter indicating your match to the stated job requirements and your resume to:

E-MAIL: counciljobs@council.nyc.gov

MAIL: New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (SUD)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX: 12124014711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council 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.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person