Project Associate, So Tier

Empire State•Binghamton, NY

10d•$62,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

College degree
One to three years’ relevant experience in a corporate office environment
Work as part of a project team
Highly organized
Strong communication skills – both oral and written
High competency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook & PowerPoint)
Occasional evenings and weekend work

Responsibilities

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
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