Deputy Director, CNYREDC

NY HELP No Agency Empire State Development, NYS Title Deputy Director, CNYREDC Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit None listed Salary Range From $85000 to $93000 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% 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 County Erie Street Address 620 Erie Boulevard, West City Syracuse State NY Zip Code 13204 Duties Description Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.BASIC FUNCTION:Support the Regional Director in all aspects of economic development activities.WORK PERFORMED:u2022 Provide and oversee all aspects of the Regional Officeu2019s support for the Regional Economic Development Council (REDC) for the Region, including the coordination of Regional Council events, Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) and any other related project funding and scoring processes, management of REDC members, committees, workgroups and other stakeholder engagement, events and preparation of REDC website, reports, meeting materials and noticesu2022 Maintain familiarity with regional/industrial economic problems and other economic factors necessary in recommending solutions in accordance with ESD guidelines and the Stateu2019s business climateu2022 Work with other ESD staff, NYS, regional and local agencies and community economic development specialists and organizations in coordinating the preparation and dissemination of information for economic developmentu2022 Build and maintain working relationships with such entities as business councils and associations, chambers of commerce and local development corporationsu2022 Structure incentive packages for the retention or attraction of business operations. Manage relationships with current and former recipients of ESD assistance to facilitate problem-solving and ensure understanding of and compliance with program objectives and the obligations of ESD assistanceu2022 Provide significant role in evaluating applications for ESD assistance, prepare incentive packages and project funding recommendations to the ESD Directors and guide projects through the public approval processu2022 Work with business prospects considering new locations or expansion in NYS, including accompanying local developers and prospects on inspection of propertiesu2022 Represent ESD at announcement events, workshops, ceremonies, seminars, conferences and training programs, as appropriateu2022 Maintain ESDu2019s Project Tracking System entries for all projects and assist the Regional Director in tracking and reporting of project progress and economic impactu2022 Special projects assigned by the Regional Directoru2022 u2022 This role has an on-site requirement with eligibility for a hybrid schedule in accordance with the organizationu2019s policy. u2022 Frequent travel throughout the region and occasional travel throughout the state is required. Minimum Qualifications Education level required: Undergraduate degree.Experience required: 5+ yearsu2019 experience: business development, banking, public policy, real estate, planning, marketing or other related areas.Knowledge / Abilities Required: Knowledge of New York State and/or general issues relevant to economic development. Knowledge of the five counties of Central NY. Demonstrated ability to coordinate stakeholders and build collaborative and effective working relationships. Strong written and oral communications and presentation skills. Enterprising, resourceful and results oriented. Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and exercise sound judgment. Additional Comments Salary range as prehensive Benefits Package. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Amalia Shifrin u2013 Director, Human Resources Telephone N/A Fax N/A Email Address Address Street 655 Third Avenue City New York State NY Zip Code 10017 Notes on Applying External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for considerationWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

Created: 2026-03-07