Senior Economic Development Manager

3 days ago


Troy, New York, United States Empire State Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join our team at Empire State. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the administration of economic development incentives, including grants and loans, from point of offer acceptance through funding disbursement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of 80-100 active grants and loans, including review of applications, management of approval and funding process, and negotiation of terms.
  • Communicate with applicants and internal contacts to ensure accurate project information and timely disbursements.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to prepare board of directors' approval materials, contracts, and project status reports.
  • Review requests for disbursement, perform desk audits, and oversee grant disbursements.
  • Perform other departmental tasks as assigned.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's degree in business, liberal arts and sciences, public administration, urban planning, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3-5 years' direct experience in economic development, government, planning, public administration, or a related field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
  • Familiarity with business, not-for-profit, and governmental agencies, as well as general knowledge of New York State's geography and economies.
What We Offer

As a Project Manager at Empire State, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects and develop your skills in economic development, project management, and team leadership.



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