Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

The job title for the vacancy.TitleProgram Manager, ConnectALL

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitNone listed

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $70400 to $80000 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 0%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 9 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 5:30 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Albany

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 625 Broadway

The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12245

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. 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:
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Grant & Program Management of ConnectALL, the Program Managers will be responsible for managing grants, ensuring that broadband deployment projects are constructed on time and within the scope of grant award, as well as serving as the primary point of contact for grantees. Program Managers will be responsible for managing, tracking, and reporting on program progress and outcomes. Program Managers will have day to day oversight of grants that fall within any one of these signature programs but may also support management of projects funded through other ConnectALL programs.

WORK PERFORMED:
Success in this role will require superior skills implementing complex programs in a fast-paced, outcomes-oriented environment. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple complex projects and processes under tight timelines and have a keen sense of when to pull in appropriate resources to keep projects on track.

Specific work includes, but is not limited to:
• Manage ConnectALL grants and steward broadband infrastructure projects funded by these grants to on-time completion and grant close out.
• Track and report on the status of individual broadband projects to demonstrate overall program progress.
• Serve as the main point of contact for grantees and identify the appropriate resources to resolve issues related to deployment of broadband infrastructure.
• Manage reports on program implementation and drive toward successful outcomes.
• Provide inputs to the program budget, including support forecasting grant payout.
• Effectively and tactfully communicate with stakeholders.
• Manage risks and take corrective measures including informing executive leadership of issues.
• Coordinate with internal ESD departments, including Loans & Grants, Legal, and Budget to administer grants throughout their life cycle.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience managing complex programs. Associate degree with 7 years direct experience may substitute.

Relevant Experience Required:
• 4 plus years of experience as a Program Manager leading large-scale programs or other managerial position responsible for delivering complex projects.
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods, including managing and communicating with diverse stakeholders.
• The ability to work in the details of administering a program without losing sight of the bigger strategic picture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience managing sensitive relationships with diplomacy and discretion.

Knowledge Required:
• Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected challenges.
• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office; experience using grant application software or other CRM systems preferred.
• Strong interest in broadband access and a passion for closing the digital divide.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Salary range as specified.
Comprehensive Benefits Package.

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

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Jane Martinez – HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone N/A

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax N/A

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 655 Third Avenue

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City New York

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 10017

Instructions for potential applicants.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

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