Zoning Specialist

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Only candidates with permanent Civil Service status in the City Planner title, those reachable on the City Planner active list (exam #5045), or those serving in a comparable civil service title can be considered for this position.

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 by sharing its perspectives on growth and community needs with sister agencies in collaboration with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). New York City Department of City Planning is a great place to work – cultivating intellectual inspiration, professional development and creativity.

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The Technical Review Division (TRD) supports the Department’s mission and the City’s goals by reviewing land use applications that facilitate the construction of millions of square feet of housing, commercial space, and open space per year. TRD ensures that land use applications provide complete and correct information to community boards, borough presidents, the City Council, and the general public. Interfacing with the development community and planners across the Agency, Technical Review Planners develop and utilize in‑depth expertise in zoning, design, plan review, land use process, and project management.

The Division also maintains the official City Map and Zoning Map of New York City.

TRD seeks an architect or city planner familiar with or eager to learn New York City zoning and land use approval processes to review and process applications to the New York City Planning Commission for development approvals. Each Zoning Specialist is responsible for managing 40‑60 projects that facilitate development ranging from single‑family homes to 1 million‑square‑foot towers across the city from Arochar to Midtown to Williamsburg.

• Perform complex zoning analyses on all manner of developments across the city including research into zoning and building code, property histories, legislative histories, and other sources as necessary.
• Review land use applications for completeness, accuracy, and other planning considerations.
• Produce and review official Departmental documents including Notices, Sketchmaps, and City Planning Commission Reports.
• Provide technical assistance to developers, architectural and legal professionals, and community planners.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment, consistent with Department and City Hall priorities.
• Conduct meetings with city and private‑sector professionals to resolve issues and recommend strategies.
• Perform related tasks as required.

The selected candidate will become an expert in the NYC zoning resolution and NYC land use approval process. They will also be exposed to many highly varied projects and work with planners across this and other City agencies in a highly collaborative environment.

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Only candidates with permanent Civil Service status in the City Planner title, those reachable on the City Planner active list (exam #5045), or those serving in a comparable civil service title can be considered for this position. Please include a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in this title with your application.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. The NYC Department of City Planning does not offer sponsorship, of any kind, for any type of employment opportunity. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

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