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AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleSenior Project Manager, Strategic Planning, Partnerships & Programs

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $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 New York

Street Address 655 Third Avenue

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10017

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:
The Sr. Project Manager will manage, plan and coordinate discussion and implementation of policy and research related to the economic and political implications of developments in the industries. They will lead in the New York Sate CREW (Career Readiness Entertainment Workforce) Diversity Grant Program and other relevant workforce development initiatives in the Film, Arts and New Media areas. This includes, but not limited to; reforms and changes with regulations, leading and/or assisting with the execution of key industry partnerships and events and collaborating on the creation and implementation of new programs and policies related to the Film, Arts, and New Media sectors. Hybrid position, expected to work onsite consistent with NYS and ESD guidelines and needs.

WORK PERFORMED:
• Lead on the NYS CREW program; promoting the grant opportunity, pre-screen potential applicants, monitor the application process, manage the scoring committee, work with grant project managers to ensure timely payments, and track performance of grant recipients.
• Manage data and file organization for the CREW Grant.
• Under direction, maintain external relationships with stakeholders in the workforce field specific to Film, Tech, and New Media.
• Participate in discussions with the industry and Governor’s office regarding New Media, Arts, Digital, Film and TV Industries.
• Track and summarize, for the MPTV and Tech and New Media departments, external trends, developments and relevant policies and politics affecting ESD and NYS vis-a-vis the Film, Tech, Media, and related changing industries.
• Process, review and summarize components of project applications, including but not limited to diversity, community and economic impact sections.
• Think strategically and problem solve by actively contributing to discussions and the execution of long-term policy visions and short-term crisis management.
• Strategically assist the SVP in all needs as new tasks and projects arise.
• Assist with and execute events and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Assist in managing workforce development initiatives. Identify other partners for possible expansions and future programs.
• Identify potential collaborations across NY State for the Tech, Post-Production, and Digital Game Development industries.
• In consultation with additional team members, manage and maintain ESD’s role as a key convener and advocate on behalf of the Film and TV production, Post-Production and Editing, and Digital Game Development industries within State government, specifically tracking within these sectors to ensure New York State will have the best workforce to strategically meet the needs of the growing industries.
• Support development of economic development policy to increase New York State’s competitiveness.
• Support the promotion of existing and new State incentives to attract and retain business in the Film and New Media industries.
• Hold themselves, internal and external colleagues, to accountable deliverables. Effectively summarize meetings and project updates within small working groups advancing collectively agreed upon objectives, delegating work, and accepting responsibility for mistakes.
• Act as a representative of the State with occasional public speaking at events, film festivals, conferences etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Economics, Media & Communications or related field; Associate’s degree with 7 years relevant experience may be substituted. Advanced Degree or Post-Graduate Fellowships Preferred.

Relevant Experience required: 5 years relevant experience, preferably in leadership capacities; experience conducting policy analysis, building strategies and planning execution of public policy, economic development, technology and business development, multidisciplinary background preferred.

Knowledge Required: Excellent project management, writing, researching, and presentation skills. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and provide relevant conclusions/recommendations/ strategy. Firm understanding of the principals of economic development, State, City and regional policy and political matters. Familiarity translating public policy and press matters into policy and communication strategies.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Janelle Mofsenson – HR Recruiter

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on ApplyingExternal 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 consideration.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY