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.TitleSenior Program Manager, Entrepreneurship Acceleration, NYSTAR

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 $77000 to $83000 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 Monroe

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 255 East Avenue

The city where the vacancy is located. City Rochester

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

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code14604

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.
Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact
Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.*

BASIC FUNCTION:
Launch and manage the new Global Entrepreneur program under the Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR), as well as oversee the portfolio of state-sponsored accelerators and venture competitions. This will include end-to-end oversight of the statewide programs, including everything from RFP through program oversight through measuring impacts. It will also involve working with and coordination across multiple functions within Empire State Development and its regional offices.

WORK PERFORMED:
? Launch the Global Entrepreneur program to meet the approved statute and guidelines.
? Develop Global Entrepreneur application and review workflow and suite of tools for as digital (paperless), streamlined, scalable and transparent a process as possible.
? Oversee the seven existing state-sponsored accelerators and venture competitions, as well as oversee the RFP and selection/award process for new ones as need arises.
? Drive consistency and scale across the competitions.
? Work with the Executive Director to develop a long-term strategy for the accelerator and venture competition portfolio
? Track performance, results and impacts of the Global Entrepreneur and Accelerator/Venture Competition programs through tools and surveys.
? Drive continuous improvement of the programs.
? Coordinate efforts across Procurement, IT, Loans & Grants and NYSTAR teams to ensure smooth integration and workflow.
? Contribute to the development of internal and external communications, collateral, and events promoting the programs and NYSTAR, and with required annual reports.
? Represent NYSTAR and ESD at relevant meetings, conferences as directed.
? Oversee and undertake special projects or initiatives as needed.
? Willingness to travel up to 20% of your time.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Education level required: Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, entrepreneurial studies, liberal arts, social sciences, statistics, or similar fields. Or an associate degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.

Experience required: 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in program management and working with startups / entrepreneurs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously, take initiative, and work independently.

Knowledge Required: Excellent verbal and writing skills; knowledge of Microsoft Office.
ALTERNATE MINUMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in another (relevant) position with Empire State Development. Up to 2 years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. miliary may be substituted for service at ESD.

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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