Director of Broadband and Digital Equity

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About the Organization:

The Executive Office of Economic Development (EOED) is a Secretariat within the executive branch of the Commonwealth responsible for directing and executing the Governor's agenda on economic, community and business development, job creation, consumer affairs, and business regulation.

The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran, or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Executive Office of Economic Development values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

The Executive Office of Economic Development is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens.

About the Role:

The Director of Broadband and Digital Equity will join EOED's Economic Foundations team to lead the implementation of all Broadband and Digital Equity initiatives in collaboration with the Mass Broadband Institute at Mass Technology Collaborative, supporting the Commonwealth's economic development goals and strategies. Duties vary and may include overseeing the policy of how the $400M of federal funding will be implemented, overseeing the implementation of programs and initiatives that provide pathways to access and closing the digital divide. This position will ensure broadband and digital equity for residents statewide providing a strong economic foundation for the Commonwealth.

Duties and Responsibilities: (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Serve as a policy lead for Broadband and Digital Equity as we oversee the implementation of $400M of federal funding for Broadband, working collaboratively with MBI, EED, federal agencies and stakeholders. Support the implementation of all cell service initiatives.
• Oversee the implantation of all Broadband and Digital Equity programs, overseeing the work of MBI. Ensure all programs are performing and achieving the vision for Broadband and Digital Equity. Coordinate with Finance and Compliance teams to ensure all deadlines are hit for federal requirements. Oversee the work of the Special Advisory and Chair of the MBI board.
• Coordinate with key stakeholders, attend events, speak on behalf of the administration as it pertains to Broadband and Digital Equity and cell service.
• Assist in developing briefs, summaries, presentations, and other office reports used for both internal and external communications. Includes data/info requests from Secretary, other EOED Executive staff, and/or the Governor's office.
• Prepare and submit timely reports and presentations in support of project development as well as project management as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience or knowledge of economic development initiatives, particularly broadband and digital equity initiatives (not required, but preferable).
• Experience with project management, implementation of federal funds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Interactive and relationship-building skills with an ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from governmental officials, the general public, consultants and external stakeholders.
• Experience working with various project constituencies, including government agencies, citizen and community groups, private sector business and nonprofit organizations.
• Familiarity and/or knowledge of federal, state or local economic development programs, incentives and policy initiatives as well as governmental regulations regarding land-use.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based project management environment.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Preferred candidate is enthusiastic, self-directed, creative problem-solver and passionate about community economic development
• Must have strong computer skills in standard productivity software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

All applicants should attach a cover letter and resume to their online submission for this position.

Qualifications MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Official Title : Administrator VII Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place Job : Administrative Services Agency : Exec Office of Economic Development Schedule : Full-time Shift : Day Job Posting : Dec 8, 3:33:31 PM Number of Openings : 1 Salary : 100,000.00 - 136,000.00 Yearly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Tiana Rossi / Itixa Goyal - View phone number on us.edajobs.com Bargaining Unit : M99-Managers (EXE) Confidential : No Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes