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Empire State

Director, Contractor & Supplier Diversity

Empire State, Albany, New York, us, 12245


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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:

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; andComplete projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: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.

APPROXIMATE HIRING SALARY:

$90,000 to $95,000

(w/ comprehensive benefits package)

INQUIRE

Valeria De Jesus - HR Generalist

External 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