The New York City Department of Transportation’s (NYC DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents.

We are customer-driven in all our activities. We seek opportunities to create partnerships in the provision of transportation services through appropriate relationships and alliances. To accomplish our mission, the Department works to achieve the following goals:

• Provide safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of pedestrians, goods, and vehicular traffic on the streets, highways, bridges, and waterways of the City's transportation network
• Improve traffic mobility and reduce congestion throughout the City
• Rehabilitate and maintain the City's infrastructure, including bridges, tunnels, streets, sidewalks, and highways
• Encourage the use of mass transit and sustainable modes of transportation; and
• Conduct traffic safety educational programs

Employment Opportunities with NYC DOT

NYC DOT is a vital component of one of the largest and most complex cities in the world. From operating ferries to repairing potholes, issuing construction permits to building and restoring bridges, keeping traffic moving to creating new public spaces, our employees play a crucial role maintaining the City's transportation infrastructure.

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in transportation? NYC DOT offers excellent benefits packages, competitive salaries, and opportunities for advancement.