New York State Civil Service
Director Industry Development 1
New York State Civil Service, Rochester, New York, United States, 14600
NY HELP No
Agency Empire State Development, NYS
Title Director Industry Development 1
Occupational Category Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit None listed
Salary Range From $80000 to $85000 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 Monroe
Street Address 255 East Avenue
City Rochester
State NY
Zip Code 14604
Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, urban planning, public administration & policy, law, architecture, landscape architecture, real estate development, or another related field. Associate’s degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.Relevant experience required: Direct experience (5 years or more) in one or more of the following fields; economic development, government, business, public and private financing programs, business planning, real estate development, urban studies, public administration & policy, consulting, design and construction, engineering, or in the specific industry of focus for this position (cleantech & renewable energy industries). Two (2) years of experience must be public facing and actively assisting clients and customers. These two years of public facing experience can be within the 5 years of experience defined above or in another field. A master’s degree in business administration, economics, public administration & policy, or related field may be substituted for 2 years of experience. Knowledge Required: Working of government, public policy objectives, business planning, public and private financing programs, business law, environmental policy/ regulations, design and construction issues, real estate development. Candidates must possess the ability to prioritize and multitask while delivering superior customer service. Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential. Proficiency in computer programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of five years of satisfactory service in another position with Empire State Development. Up to two years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. Military may be substituted for service at ESD.
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: Industry Directors within the Strategic Business Development team at Empire State Development serve as experts in key industries while delivering on their primary duty of site selection and originating growth and attraction projects that create jobs and spur in-state capital expenditure. This position requires a high degree of self-motivation and a passion to make a difference in New York. The cleantech industry is experiencing a once in a generation influx of interest in expanding US based manufacturing. This Industry Director position will be at the forefront of the effort to attract these manufacturers to New York using the expansive resources of New York State’s lead economic development agency while also partnering with other key stakeholders. This role has the potential to create 1000s of jobs and spur billions of dollars of in state investment. Extensive training will be provided. Individuals with a passion for making a difference and seeing projects through to completion are encouraged to apply.WORK PERFORMED:• Handle a portfolio of approximately 20 growth and attraction projects, assisting with site selection, incentives, and generally navigating the needed resources across the state. Site selection will involve the timely response to requests for information (RFIs) to site selectors and manufacturers and the coordination of & participation in site tours in conjunction with regional and local partners.• Directly oversee the growth and attraction of one or more key cleantech manufacturing industries. Serve as the internal expert on the industry and its supply chain. Active industries include offshore wind, onshore wind, energy storage, hydrogen, recycling, solar, e-mobility, and clean heating and cooling. • Present recommendations for incentive proposals to a review committee for approval. Continue working with the company through their commitment to New York, the project’s announcement, and any other needed milestones. • Use industry expertise to provide input on the messaging and audience for targeted marketing efforts. • Plan and execute a large New York delegation and exhibition presence at a key cleantech industry conference with the intention of attracting further manufacturing to New York. • Within the assigned cleantech industry (or industries), stay current on industry trends, federal funding opportunities, site selection requirements, and opportunities for New York to improve its competitive position. Prepare updates and briefings as needed. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including private industry, trade organizations, regional economic development organizations, property owners, and more. • Identify, analyze, and manage potential expansion, retention, and attraction projects. • Represent ESD at industry functions, conferences, and events, and make presentations as necessary. • Advise on policy development and preparation of recommendations for legislative action. • Maintain complete and accurate data and files on prospects, projects, and initiatives. • Lead and participate in project teams consisting of ESD staff and others in government and the private sector.• Prepare various documents, including project tracking, reports, presentations, briefings, spreadsheets, marketing materials and other items as needed.• Occasional travel is required to support company attraction and marketing initiatives. • Assist in other various projects as directed by Senior Directors and department SVP.• Position expected to work onsite and/or remote consistent with NYS and ESD guidelines and needs.
Additional Comments Salary range as specified Comprehensive Benefits Package
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition
Telephone
Fax
Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov
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: https://bit.ly/3APr8cp 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
Agency Empire State Development, NYS
Title Director Industry Development 1
Occupational Category Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit None listed
Salary Range From $80000 to $85000 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 Monroe
Street Address 255 East Avenue
City Rochester
State NY
Zip Code 14604
Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, urban planning, public administration & policy, law, architecture, landscape architecture, real estate development, or another related field. Associate’s degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.Relevant experience required: Direct experience (5 years or more) in one or more of the following fields; economic development, government, business, public and private financing programs, business planning, real estate development, urban studies, public administration & policy, consulting, design and construction, engineering, or in the specific industry of focus for this position (cleantech & renewable energy industries). Two (2) years of experience must be public facing and actively assisting clients and customers. These two years of public facing experience can be within the 5 years of experience defined above or in another field. A master’s degree in business administration, economics, public administration & policy, or related field may be substituted for 2 years of experience. Knowledge Required: Working of government, public policy objectives, business planning, public and private financing programs, business law, environmental policy/ regulations, design and construction issues, real estate development. Candidates must possess the ability to prioritize and multitask while delivering superior customer service. Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential. Proficiency in computer programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of five years of satisfactory service in another position with Empire State Development. Up to two years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. Military may be substituted for service at ESD.
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: Industry Directors within the Strategic Business Development team at Empire State Development serve as experts in key industries while delivering on their primary duty of site selection and originating growth and attraction projects that create jobs and spur in-state capital expenditure. This position requires a high degree of self-motivation and a passion to make a difference in New York. The cleantech industry is experiencing a once in a generation influx of interest in expanding US based manufacturing. This Industry Director position will be at the forefront of the effort to attract these manufacturers to New York using the expansive resources of New York State’s lead economic development agency while also partnering with other key stakeholders. This role has the potential to create 1000s of jobs and spur billions of dollars of in state investment. Extensive training will be provided. Individuals with a passion for making a difference and seeing projects through to completion are encouraged to apply.WORK PERFORMED:• Handle a portfolio of approximately 20 growth and attraction projects, assisting with site selection, incentives, and generally navigating the needed resources across the state. Site selection will involve the timely response to requests for information (RFIs) to site selectors and manufacturers and the coordination of & participation in site tours in conjunction with regional and local partners.• Directly oversee the growth and attraction of one or more key cleantech manufacturing industries. Serve as the internal expert on the industry and its supply chain. Active industries include offshore wind, onshore wind, energy storage, hydrogen, recycling, solar, e-mobility, and clean heating and cooling. • Present recommendations for incentive proposals to a review committee for approval. Continue working with the company through their commitment to New York, the project’s announcement, and any other needed milestones. • Use industry expertise to provide input on the messaging and audience for targeted marketing efforts. • Plan and execute a large New York delegation and exhibition presence at a key cleantech industry conference with the intention of attracting further manufacturing to New York. • Within the assigned cleantech industry (or industries), stay current on industry trends, federal funding opportunities, site selection requirements, and opportunities for New York to improve its competitive position. Prepare updates and briefings as needed. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders including private industry, trade organizations, regional economic development organizations, property owners, and more. • Identify, analyze, and manage potential expansion, retention, and attraction projects. • Represent ESD at industry functions, conferences, and events, and make presentations as necessary. • Advise on policy development and preparation of recommendations for legislative action. • Maintain complete and accurate data and files on prospects, projects, and initiatives. • Lead and participate in project teams consisting of ESD staff and others in government and the private sector.• Prepare various documents, including project tracking, reports, presentations, briefings, spreadsheets, marketing materials and other items as needed.• Occasional travel is required to support company attraction and marketing initiatives. • Assist in other various projects as directed by Senior Directors and department SVP.• Position expected to work onsite and/or remote consistent with NYS and ESD guidelines and needs.
Additional Comments Salary range as specified Comprehensive Benefits Package
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Jane Martinez - HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition
Telephone
Fax
Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov
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: https://bit.ly/3APr8cp 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