Review Vacancy
AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary RangeFrom $70706 to $70706 Annually
Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level required: Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, MBA-Business Administration (with a development focus) preferred Public Administration, or related field.
Relevant experience required: Five (5) years’ experience in business, institutional, consulting, and/or government agency work in planning, redevelopment, economic development, or related field. Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, with exceptional customer service skills. Excellent writing, oral communication, and analytical skills required. Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Knowledge required: Strong knowledge of WNY development context; familiarity with SEQRA process; Planning/cost assessments; Project development and government relations; public policy, data/financial analyses.
Duties Description Basic Function: Lead and support development and administration of projects that advance the WNY regional economic development strategy.
Work Performed:
?Lead/support development of projects with local businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and municipalities. Develop appropriate project scopes and prospective state incentives in conjunction with deputy and regional directors and staff.
?Prepare administrative documents including origination documents, board and review materials, procurement paperwork, presentation materials, and reports as needed.
?Establish and maintain contact with community stakeholders and local businesses as well as regional municipalities, IDAs, and economic development partners.
?Develop funding offers and present funding requests to ESD’s Project Review Committee.
?In conjunction with an ESD Project Manager, monitor projects until and after completion. Work with colleagues on prospective press and event opportunities.
?Represent ESD or make presentations to outside constituents, including business groups and economic development partners to promote ESD grant programs.
?Other projects/initiatives as assigned by the Regional Director.
Additional Comments
Comprehensive Benefit Package.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov
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