Assistant Commissioner of Parking Operations

Job Description

The New York City Department of Transportation Division of Traffic Operations is seeking an Assistant Commissioner (A/C) of Parking Operations to provide strategic direction for New York City’s metered parking environment and authorized permit issuance. The A/C will serve as a critical member of the Traffic Operations leadership team, reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner, and will oversee the operation, maintenance, and program management of approximately 14,000 meters (80,000+ on‑street spaces), the Park NYC mobile app, and 38+ off‑street parking facilities, as well as oversight of the issuance of several permit types, including the Parking Permit for People with Disabilities (PPPD).

The A/C manages a diverse workforce of 300+ employees, an annual revenue exceeding $250 million, and critical assets including garages, meters, database systems, security‑related business products, and a specialized vehicle fleet.

The successful candidate will be a visionary leader focused on organizational modernization, possess the independent judgment necessary to navigate complex inter‑agency relationships, and demonstrate the technical acumen to modernize one of the largest and most complex municipal parking systems in the world. This includes advancing a data‑driven, customer‑centric, and digitally enabled parking operation that aligns with broader smart city initiatives and the agency’s overall curb management and mobility goals.

Key responsibilities of this role include leading a multi‑layered coordination strategy to ensure public safety, revenue integrity, and efficient curb management.

• Operational Excellence: The selected candidate will direct and continuously improve daily operations for all municipal garages, parking fields, and on‑street metered spaces, leveraging performance metrics, automation, and process optimization to increase efficiency and service reliability. In addition, the A/C will lead organizational transformation initiatives, including training staff, integrating new technologies into field and back‑office operations, and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Modernization of Parking Assets/Infrastructure: The selected candidate will lead the end‑to‑end modernization of parking infrastructure and systems, including deployment of smart meters, sensor‑based technologies, dynamic pricing models, and cloud‑based platforms. The A/C will advance enhancements to the ParkNYC ecosystem, expand contactless and mobile payment options, and integrate real‑time data to improve availability, enforcement, and user experience.
• Data & Analytics Strategy: The selected candidate will establish a robust data governance framework and analytics capability to support predictive maintenance and transparent performance reporting, as well as utilize emerging technologies to enhance operational decision‑making.
• Customer Experience & Accessibility: The A/C will reimagine the end‑to‑end parking experience through intuitive digital interfaces, and equitable access to permits and services, ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and accessibility standards.
• Asset & Resource Management: The selected candidate will oversee state‑of‑good‑repair initiatives, lifecycle replacement planning, inventory controls, and the strategic deployment of personnel and equipment, incorporating technology to monitor asset health and reduce downtime.
• Interagency & External Partnerships: The A/C will collaborate with city agencies including Department of Citywide Administrative Service (DCAS), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), technology vendors, and private‑sector partners to pilot innovative curb management solutions, support electrification infrastructure including solar canopies and electric vehicle (EV) charging, and align parking operations with broader transportation and sustainability initiatives.
• Compliance, Security &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  The selected candidate will ensure strict adherence to city, state, and federal regulations, including Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance and cybersecurity best practices. Strengthen system…