Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleSenior Advisor, ConnectALL

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $118000 to $125000 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

Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor’s degree. Associate’s degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.

Relevant Experience required: Five (5) years of work experience with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in one of more of the following fields: economic development, government, public policy, government affairs, organizational or campaign strategy, or related business or not for profit area.

Knowledge Required: Deep understanding of and experience with government and policy operations in New York State, regional, and local levels. Experience leading complex projects and collaborating across multiple teams or organizations. Experience strategically engaging with diverse stakeholders and negotiating complex political relationships with grace and diplomacy. Excellent communication and public presentation skills. Ability to travel in support of ConnectALL projects and stakeholder engagement events. Lead complex projects and collaborate across multiple teams or organizations. Strategically engage with diverse stakeholders, negotiate complex political relationships. Demonstrate a passion for closing the digital divide in New York an ensuring that solutions pursued by ConnectALL are equitable and just. Organized and detail oriented, able to juggle multiple types of work simultaneously and quickly.

ALTERNATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in another (relevant) position with Empire State Development. Up to 2 years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. military may be substituted for service at ESD.

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 ConnectALL Office was established by the 20222 NYS Wired Act to transform New York State’s digital infrastructure and connect all New Yorkers through the internet. ConnectALL oversees five signature grant programs to invest over $1 billion to support the development of robust internet marketplace which will provide high quality, reliable, and affordable service across the state. Synthesize complex data and explain how the broadband and digital equity fields work today, how they should work, and how ConnectALL’s programs can contribute to that transformation of NYS.

WORK PERFORMED:
• Support the Senior Vice President in the direction of long-term strategy for ConnectALL.
• Develop organizational strategy and create new ideas and pathways.
• Advise the Senior Vice President on engagement with key stakeholders.
• Represent the ConnectALL office and its core programs in various settings, including at public events and other high-profile situations.
• Represent the Senior Vice President a task force and committee meetings.
• Support the Senior Vice President advance strategic initiatives outside of ConnectALL’s signature grant programs.
• Help the Senior Vice President and senior ConnectALL staff respond to time sensitive, complex requests.
• Brief elected officials and other key stakeholders on ConnectALL programs.

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 Jane Martinez – HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist

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