Project Associate, So Tier
Job 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:
Works under the direction of the Regional Director providing coordination support of State projects and programs, including Regional Council. Works as part of a project team.
WORK PERFORMED:
- Assist in response to inquiries, address concerns, and explain ESD programs and services to companies, organizations, and regional stakeholders both solicited and unsolicited
- Assist with relationship management among IDA’s, Chambers, municipalities, and other key economic development agents and assist them with client servicing and business outreach
- Assist with inter- and intra-agency coordination, intergovernmental coordination, and external organizations to manage, and close projects
- Assist with preparing project origination materials, board materials, PACB letters, Grant Disbursement Agreements, closing documents and other required documentation for Southern Tier projects as needed
- Coordinate, attend, and report on project public hearings as assigned by Regional Director
- Generate project profiles and maintain project tracking database and other internal tracking systems
- Assume a variety of Department-wide responsibilities as assigned, such as managing office supplies, orders, equipment, Regional Director meeting schedule, conducting research, ensuring compliance with funding requirements, and properly managing confidential information
- Prepare timely, accurate reports, spreadsheets regarding program information as required for ESD, Regional Office and Regional Council
- Assist in administering Regional Council and Consolidated Funding Application projects within region
- Special Projects/Events- assist with management and/or support special projects, events, and meetings as determined by Regional Director.
- Other projects and duties as assigned by Regional Director
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level required: College degree.
Relevant experience required: One to three years’ relevant experience in a corporate office environment.
Knowledge required: Work as part of a project team; highly organized; strong communication skills – both oral and written; and high competency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook & PowerPoint).
Other: Occasional evenings and weekend work.
