*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 andindividuals with disabilitiesareencouraged to apply Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
BASIC FUNCTION:
In close collaboration with the VP, Entrepreneur Development, this role oversees the administration and implementation of federally and state-funded entrepreneur development programs and technical assistance initiatives. The position manages the statewide Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers (EAC) network and other assigned programs that support business formation, growth, and economic opportunity.
WORK PERFORMED:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field such as Public Administration, Business Development, Finance, or Accounting.
Equivalent Experience required: Minimum 5 years of experience in a combination of micro-business development, not-for-profit organization management, government program management and entrepreneurship training.
Empire State Development (ESD) is New York’s chief economic development agency.
The mission of Empire State Development is to promote a vigorous and growing state economy, encourage business investment and job creation, and support diverse, prosperous local economies across New York State through the efficient use of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing and other forms of assistance.
ESD also oversees the marketing of “I LOVE NY,” the State’s iconic tourism brand (www.iloveny.com) & NYLovesFim New York State's Film, TV & Commercial Incentives (www.nylovesfilm.com)
Empire State Development is the parent organization of the New York State Department of Economic Development & the Empire State Development Corporation. For more information on Empire State Development, visit www.esd.ny.gov.
