Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleProject Assistant II, Contract & Supplier Diversity

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $50000 to $55000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12245

Job Specifics

Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
This position will require in-office presence.
Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact
Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.*

BASIC FUNCTION:
The main area of focus will be to manage diversity compliance on smaller projects in the northern and western areas of New York State, specifically Western New York, Finger lakes, Capital and North Country Regions. Associate will develop and monitor Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDVOB) participation goals for Empire State Development (ESD) on these projects. Assist with the refinement of reporting and tracking systems, to maximize the compliance of MWBE and SDVOB programs.

WORK PERFORMED:
· Research, develop and negotiate MWBE and SDVOB participation goals with project sponsors, developers or other entities with whom ESD will engage in contractual relationships on smaller projects;
· Research and prepare lists of qualified and certified MWBE and SDVOB for procurement purposes or to match potential subcontractors and suppliers with prime contract holders at ESD;
· Track compliance information regarding MWBE and SDVOB participation and minority/female workforce participation on ESD projects. Ensure that data is accurately reflected in tracking systems and databases;
· Participate in weekly, monthly and quarterly office, interdepartmental and division-wide meetings, webinars, and/or teleconferences;
· Provide the highest standard of customer service to internal and external partners and stakeholders;
· Provide support to the Director of the Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity and Project Managers on marketing and outreach, compliance as necessary;
· Participate in MWBE, SDVOB and other related expos and events, as necessary;
· Participate in trainings, workgroups, strategic planning sessions and other group projects as necessary; and
· Perform projects, tasks and other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor’s Degree.

Relevant experience required: 1-3 years of relevant experience in some combination of MWBE and/or SDVOB, non¬profit organization, business administration, information technology, government or construction-related field.

Knowledge required: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using contract and data management systems. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Valeria De Jesus – HR Generalist

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

 

Notes on ApplyingExternal Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: https://bit.ly/3APr8cp

Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY