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AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleEconomic Development Program Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Rensselaer

Street Address 433 River Street, Suite 1003

City Troy

StateNY

Zip Code12180

Minimum Qualifications Open to current NYS employees who are currently in an Economic Development Program Specialist 2 title.

-Or-

Open to those reachable on the Economic Development Program Specialist 2 eligible list, or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website at http://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov.

Duties Description BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the general direction of the Economic Development Program Administrator, the incumbent of this position will assist with the origination and regional management of projects; coordination of Capital Region Economic Development Council (CREDC) activities; as well as the development and implementation of goals set by the CREDC, while promoting economic growth.

WORK PERFORMED:
• Review applications, including CFAs, submitted to Empire State Development (ESD) for assistance; evaluate for eligibility, ranking, and recommendation.
• Conduct project analysis and review.
• Work as part of a project team.
• Assist applicants with project development.
• Correspond with applicants, as needed, to perform project reviews.
• Assist in the preparation of Incentive Proposals, which includes working closely with businesses/organizations.
• Utilize ESD databases and tracking systems to generate information and prepare customized reports for evaluation and tracking of awarded projects.
• Assist in the preparation of directors’ materials, letters, memorandums, project status reports, and other documents appropriate for the review/management of projects.
• Ensure project compliance with regulatory requirements and schedule and hold public hearings.
• Assist in the coordination CREDC meetings and related activities.
• Provide support to the CREDC work groups.
• Assist in the preparation of various CREDC related documents, including updates to the CREDC Strategic Plan.
• Respond to the inquiries from small businesses, MWBEs, start-ups and other businesses that come to the Capital Region Office.
• Represent ESD at public hearings for project presentation and other functions, as necessary.
• Assist the Regional Director, other staff of the CRO, and the CREDC, as necessary.
• Travel required (approx. 15%).

Additional Comments SALARY RANGE: $84,156 - $106,454

Note: The starting salary for candidates with no prior State service will be set at the minimum hiring rate.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Amy Walsh

Telephone (518) 292-5130

Fax (518) 292-5852

Email Address DED-HR@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Notes on ApplyingADDITIONAL:
If interested in this position, please forward a cover letter and resume to the e-mail address below by August 2, 2024. Be sure to indicate the position title and location you are applying for and specify how you meet the minimum qualifications in your cover letter.