Review Vacancy
AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS
TitleProject Manager, Community Development
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary RangeFrom $60000 to $60000 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor’s Degree in business, liberal Arts and sciences, urban planning, or similar fields; Master’s degree preferred in business, public administration, liberal arts, social sciences, urban planning, or similar fields
Equivalent Experience required: Minimum 3-5 years direct, extensive experience in one or more of the following fields: economic development, government, planning, public administration, or related business or not-for-profit area.
• Knowledge required: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - both written and verbal; knowledge of MS Office: with excellent Microsoft Word skills required, plus Excel and PowerPoint; excellent follow-up skills. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously, take initiative, and work independently. Familiarity with business, non-profit, and governmental agencies and general knowledge of Upper Manhattan geography and economy. Strong attention to detail and independent follow through are highly important.
Duties Description Basic Function: Manage HCDC’s CERSP grant program and assist with initiatives of the Small Business/Community Development Division and implementation of ongoing Harlem CDC projects in the Upper Manhattan area.
Work Performed:
•Manage HCDC’s CERSP grant program
• Review grant applications received through dedicated email portal
•Ensure all documentation is received and accurate
•Communicate with applicants including telephone and email correspondence.
•Determine grant eligibility based on program regulations
•Make approval recommendations based on grant guidelines
•Monitor and track subsequent approvals
•Maintain grant program filing and tracking system
•Maintain grant program files and records
•Propose and upon approval, implement processes that will improve quality or efficiency of the program
•Draft Director’s Materials for Small Business and Community Development Initiatives
•Review and Coordinate the submission of draft Directors Materials and supporting documents from all Harlem CDC departments to the Project Team at ESD for review
•Performs other related duties as required.
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