Review Vacancy
AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS
TitleEconomic Development Program Specialist 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $73284 to $92693 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Open to current NYS employees with one year of service in an Economic Development Program Specialist 2 position and to those reachable on the Economic Development Program Specialist 2 eligible list. No need to apply if on this list, we are canvassing all list candidates.
Preferred Knowledge:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Customer Relationship Management (CRM systems)
• Working knowledge of SQL databases
Duties Description Under the general direction of the Director of the Excelsior Jobs Program, the incumbent will be responsible for a variety of project management duties within the Tax Incentives Department, from acceptance, through final review of program applications and funding disbursement requests for projects undertaken by businesses. Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, administrative guidelines, and procedures pertinent to each tax incentive program. The incumbent will review Excelsior Performance reports and work on other tax incentive programs as assigned.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• General management of a portfolio of active projects where both tax credits and grants are used as a funding source, including: review of applications; management of approval and funding process; compiling and reviewing information; negotiating terms; preparing directors approval documents and contracts; presenting projects; and attending offsite meetings.
• Coordinate with internal contacts in the preparation of board of directors’ approval materials, contracts, project status reports, and other documents appropriate for the review/management of such projects.
• Manage data using various program databases, and ensure that project information is accurate in information management systems.
• Maintain professional and effective working relationships with all ESD regional offices, other agency representatives from the Departments of Taxation and Finance, Labor, and local economic development organizations.
• Assume a variety of Department-wide responsibilities as assigned, such as writing briefing memos; preparing complex spreadsheets; reviewing and improving processes; ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements; and managing data and budget information.
Additional Comments Salary Range: $73,284 - $92,693
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address DED-HR@esd.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this position, please forward a cover letter and resume to the e-mail address above by June 29, 2019. Be sure to indicate the position title, vacancy ID#, and location you are applying for, and specify how you meet the minimum qualifications in your cover letter.