AVP, Community Relations, Real Estate

Position InformationNY HELP: NoAgency: Empire State Development, NYS Title: AVP, Community Relations, Real Estate Occupational Category: Other Professional CareersSalary Grade: NSBargaining Unit: None listedSalary Range: From $108768 to $118000 Annually Employment Type : Full-Time Appointment Type : Permanent Jurisdictional Class : Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage : 0%Schedule Workweek : Mon-FriHours Per Week : 37.5Workday From : 9 AM To : 5:30 PM Flextime allowed? : No Mandatory overtime? : No Compressed workweek allowed? : No Telecommuting allowed? : NoLocation County : New York Street Address : 655 Third Avenue : City : New York State: NY Zip Code: 10017Job Specifics 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 accommodation.BASIC FUNCTION:Manage community relations for various ESD real estate development projects. Manage Community / Government Relations downstate.WORK PERFORMED:• Provide community relations support to ESD’s Real Estate Development division.• Manage relationships with local community boards, elected and appointed officials, community organizations and developers on signature projects; ensure positive project development and maximum community support. • Develop and execute community relations strategy for economic development projects statewide.• Attend and manage meetings with elected officials and community leaders with the goal of delivering on projects of importance to ESD and the Governor.• Represent ESD at community events, hearings and meetings. • Monitor issues of concerns and relevance to communities in the project area and lead in creating solutions.• Serve as lead community relations team member for assigned real estate and community projects, including (but not limited to) the redevelopment of the Brooklyn Marine Terminal, 1024 Fulton Street, the Lincoln Correctional Facility, and Manhattanville.• Perform other job-related duties and projects as required by ESD Executive Management. Minimum Qualifications : Education Level required: Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area. Extensive relevant experience may be substituted.Equivalent Experience required: 5+ years related project development work experience in public and private sector and in community relations and legislative/ constituent affairs.Knowledge required: Excellent writing and communication skills; Microsoft OfficeOther skills: Community relations and coalition building. Additional Comments : Salary range as specified.Comprehensive Benefits Package.Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.How to Apply Name : Jane Martinez – HR Trainer/Talent Acquisition Specialist Telephone : N/A Fax : N/A Email Address : View email address on click.appcast.io Street : 655 Third Avenue: City : New York State : NY Zip Code : 10017Notes on Applying: External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for considerationWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY