Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleDirector, Contractor, and Supplier Diversity

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $90000 to $95000 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 · College Graduate or equivalent experience.
· 5+ years of experience in program or project management. Some combination of affirmative action, minority/women or veteran business development, contract administration, business administration, government affairs or construction related field.
· Familiarity with databases and basic computer software.
· Supervisory experience.
· Familiarity with government procurement, MWBE & SDVOB contracting, and government policy promoting supplier diversity is preferred.

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 Director is responsible for supervising the Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity to utilize Minority and Women Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) to ensure compliance with NYS Executive Law Article 15-A and 17-B. The Unit develops, coordinates, and implements policies to maximize the utilization of MWBEs & SDVOBs in the agency’s procurement, grants, loans, and contracts.
WORK PERFORMED:
· Develop internal and external partnerships to increase MWBE & SDVOB utilization on ESD projects, and host business development events, as necessary;
· Develop, refine, and update ESD’s MWBE contracting policies and operating guidelines;
· Supervise the preparation of MWBE goals, contract monitoring, and reporting on MWBE utilization and program performance;
· Review Board materials and assist with presentations to ESD Board and senior staff on ESD’s MWBE & SDVOB policies and MWBE & SDVOB utilization:
· Communicate and coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success; and
· Complete projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity.

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 Valeria De Jesus – HR Generalist

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