Assistant Director, Special Initiatives, Western New York

Job overview

The Assistant Director, Special Initiatives, Western New York role requires in-office presence in Buffalo, NY; hybrid schedules may be possible depending on duties and agency policy. Compensation is $80,000–$90,000 per year. The role supports Empire State Development’s Western New York regional priority projects and initiatives.

What you'll do

• Design and manage special initiatives and projects
• secure approvals and funding sources
• track implementation of Western New York priority projects
• coordinate across agency divisions, government offices, regional organizations, and public and private stakeholders
• manage external communications and participate in work groups and negotiations
• coordinate approval of communications materials
• establish program goals and performance metrics
• and assist with structuring and negotiating state involvement in awarding benefits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special initiatives

economic development

project management

regional coordination

government relations

program metrics

stakeholder communications

buffalo ny

empire state

hybrid possible

bachelor's degree

supervisory experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Coordinates regional economic development initiatives across state, local, federal, and private-sector stakeholders.

About the employer

Empire State is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.