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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 02/12/25
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due05/12/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID180762
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS
The job title for the vacancy.TitleVP and Director, Workforce Development
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitNone listed
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $140000 to $150000 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Albany
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 625 Broadway
The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12245
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Lead the Office of Strategic Workforce Development (OSWD) development. Strategic planning and strategy development and deployment for statewide workforce development efforts aligned with Empire State Development’s (ESD) priority industry sectors. Oversee OSWD’s workforce development grant programs and develop new programs as required to continue to meet the needs of New York employers and job seekers. Work collaboratively with fellow NYS agencies on data collection and reporting for workforce development programs. Provide direct supervision of key functions and staff to market, award, and administer grant funds, creating a robust pipeline of industry-driven workforce development programs to fulfill the job needs in high-growth, high-skilled target industry sectors.
WORK PERFORMED:
• Provide visionary and hands-on leadership to direct ESD’s strategy on workforce development.
• Represent ESD and NYS with employers and industry leaders across the state and regularly engage business and workforce development stakeholders in discussions on regional skills and occupation needs.
• Deploy OSWD grant funding aligned with strategic priorities and goals.
• Develop and deploy marketing and communication strategies to share OSWD opportunities to workforce development stakeholders across the state.
• Lead and manage the development and marketing of program materials and information to business, industry, not-for-profit organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the evaluation, monitoring and reporting of data for OSWD programs, and for the NYS agencies required to report to OSWD.
• Lead the development of an annual report on OSWD programs, and state agency workforce program outcomes.
• Work closely with the Regional Economic Development Councils (REDCs), regional and statewide economic and workforce development partners, and other NYS agencies to develop and deploy employer-driven workforce development models.
• Scale best practices in workforce development across NYS, including but not limited to, those in training and education, deployment of wraparound services, and employer engagement.
• Lead implementation of the One Network for Regional Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships (ON-RAMP) centers across Upstate New York with ESD and program staff.
• Coordinate with the Governor’s Office of Semiconductor Expansion Management and Implementation (GO-SEMI) on workforce strategies for the semiconductor industry across NYS.
• Build, maintain and strengthen relationships, alliances and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including businesses, organizations that provide wraparound services, training and education providers, workforce investment boards, local governments, economic development entities, labor unions and industry associations, and philanthropic organizations. Have a solid understanding of ESD policies, procedures and programs and initiatives offered not only by ESD but other state agencies and connect constituents with relevant programs and services.
• Work closely with the press office, web team and colleagues to ensure information is publicized and clearly communicated on the website and handle coordination of cross-promotion where applicable.
• Managing OSWD budget and identifying additional hiring needs as they arise.
• Maintain a working knowledge of industry and workforce development trends and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Represent the ESD and State of New York as the head of its collaborative workforce development strategy.
• Other duties as assigned.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred and/or equivalent experience in the business/not-for-profit sector.
Experience required: 8 years of full-time experience in the area of workforce development, adult and continuing education, training, or closely related field. Must have demonstrated understanding and command of workforce issues and policy. Demonstrated experience working with businesses to develop workforce programs; and experience in supervision and team-based management and experience managing a diverse group of projects and staff.
Experience preferred: 12 years of full-time experience in the area of workforce development, adult and continuing education, training or closely related field with experience in curriculum development leading and managing workforce development program contracts a plus (e.g., federally funded programs or WIOA program development and management). Experience with developing and implementing marketing and communication plans and material. Prior experience with programs or activities associated with traditionally underrepresented groups. Experience in industry, particularly in a statewide priority industry or growing sector such as advanced manufacturing, technology, renewable energy, biotechnology and life sciences and an ability to translate industry workforce needs into programs.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Jane Martinez – HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone N/A
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax N/A
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 655 Third Avenue
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City New York
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 10017
Instructions for potential applicants.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
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