Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person. Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position. Review Vacancy Date Posted 04/11/25 Applications Due07/11/25 Vacancy ID185219 * Basics * Schedule * Location * Job Specifics * How to Apply NY HELPNo AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS TitleProject Manager, Community Dev. Projects, WNY Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers Salary GradeNS Bargaining UnitNone listed Salary RangeFrom $62000 to $65000 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 Erie Street Address 95 Perry Street City Buffalo StateNY Zip Code14203 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: Support the Director for Community Development Projects and the WNY loans and grants project team on primarily City of Buffalo and targeted East Buffalo programs and projects. Manage the administration of economic development incentives (grants and loans) specifically during the funding disbursement process for projects undertaken by businesses and organizations such as municipalities, not-for-profits, small businesses, and community development organizations. WORK PERFORMED: * Provide day-to-day assistance to the management of a variety of community development, small business, and placemaking programs and projects, particularly on the East Side of Buffalo and primarily with not-for-profit partners. * General management of a portfolio of active grants and loans and grant programs, including review of applications, management of approval and funding process, compiling and reviewing information, negotiating terms, preparing directors approval documents and contracts, presenting projects, and attending off-site meetings. * Communicate with applicants and applicant reps, including telephone, email and in person correspondence. * Ensure that project information is accurate in the web-based Project Tracking System. * Coordinate with internal contacts (Origination, Project Management, Finance, Environmental, Design and Construction, Contractor and Supplier Diversity, Legal) in the preparation of board of directors' approval materials, contracts, project status reports, and other documents appropriate for the review/management of projects. * Review requests for disbursement, perform desk audits, work with project attorneys for loan closings, and oversee grant disbursements. * Attend community meetings after regular business hours as needed * Other projects as assigned by the Director of Community Development, and Regional Director. Minimum Qualifications Education Required: Bachelor's degree. Associate's degree with 5 years direct relevant experience with WNY Region-related operations may be substituted. Experience: 3+ years nonprofit/government/business/institutional experience in economic and community development and/or small business support. Knowledge preferred: Project development, urban planning, grant management and administration, financial analysis, and public policy. Microsoft Excel and data analysis, strong interpersonal and community engagement skills, effective writing and oral communication skills preferred. Additional Comments Salary range as specified. Comprehensive Benefits Package. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Amalia Shifrin - HR Recruiter Telephone N/A Fax N/A Email Address [email protected] 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