
*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:
Carry out day-to-day project assistant function and other contract administrative tasks contributing to the overall auditing function.
WORK PERFORMED:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level required: Associate degree with 3 years relevant experience may be substituted.
Knowledge required: 1-2 years of experience in project management; preferably in state government, in some combination of contract administration, grant administration preferred. Contract and financial auditing experience preferred. Extensive familiarity with databases and basic computer software (Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Access preferred). Good communication, writing skills.

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.