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 $66375 to $83954 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Open to permanent Economic Development Program Specialist 2 incumbents, or reachable on the Economic Development Program Specialist 2 eligible list.
Duties Description Responsibilities: Incumbent will assist with the origination and regional management of projects, the development and implementation of goals set by the Capital Region Economic Development Council, while promoting regional economic growth.
Duties include:
• Works as part of a project team
• Assist applicants with project development
• Conduct project analysis and review
• Review applications, including CFAs, submitted to ESD for assistance; evaluate for eligibility, ranking and recommendation.
• Correspond with applicants as needed to perform project reviews
• Assist in the preparation of Incentive Proposals, which includes working closely with businesses/organizations
• 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
• Insure 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
• Respond to inquiries from small businesses, MWBEs, start-ups and other businesses that come to the CRO
• 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
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.