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Agency Empire State Development, NYS

Title Special Assistant (Working Title: Director of Manufacturing and Incubation Programs)

Occupational Category Other Professional Careers

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $90931 to $114940 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 25%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12245

Duties Description BASIC FUNCTION:The Director of Manufacturing and Incubation Programs will lead a key pillar of the Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) within Empire State Development (ESD) by supporting New York State manufacturers, enabling them to grow and thrive, as well as oversee a network of thirty (30) incubators and hot spots across the state. This role will guide statewide efforts to strengthen New York’s manufacturing ecosystem, drive innovation, and advance economic development through targeted program leadership. The Director will oversee and provide program management of the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NYMEP) and its eleven (11) centers throughout the state, as well as the NYS Certified Business Incubator and Innovation Hot Spot program and its thirty (30) centers. They will serve as a key advisor on manufacturing-related policy and programs. This position plays a vital role in aligning NYSTAR’s manufacturing initiatives with broader state goals, ensuring impactful program delivery, resource coordination, and visibility across stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of manufacturing challenges and opportunities, strong hands-on program management experience, and a passion for building a more resilient, competitive, and inclusive manufacturing and innovation support base in New York.WORK PERFORMED:• Lead the New York Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NYMEP), both strategically and programmatically, including: o Oversee eleven (11) NYMEP centers/center directors across the state, maintaining both federal and state compliance.o Work directly with the federal NIST MEP team to ensure all deliverables are met, including directly managing all NY MEP reporting and contracts.o Collaborate with the NIST MEP National Network and the Northeast NODE of MEP centers through initiatives, regular meetings, and projects.o Regularly review federal, state, and local reports to assess opportunities to assist with economic development efforts or create new initiatives.• Run the NYS Certified Business Incubator and Innovation Hot Spot Program, managing the contracts for thirty (30) centers, ensuring on-time reporting, payment, and impact collection.• Assist the Executive Director with the creation/implementation of proactive programs that support manufacturing and manufacturers to meet ESD goals and result in the creation and retention of jobs in New York, while meeting fiduciary responsibilities and utilizing program resources effectively.• As directed, engage and develop long-term working relationships with local, state, and federal resource partners.• Ensure effective coordination and integration of activities between ESD staff, Executive Chamber, agency specialists, and other public and private stakeholders/organizations as needed and appropriate.• Manage direct reports overseeing manufacturing and incubation programs.• Contribute to the development of internal and external communications, collateral, and events promoting the NYSTAR network.• Contribute to the development of required annual reports.• Oversee and undertake special projects or initiatives as needed.• Travel up to twenty-five percent (25%), primarily within New York State.

Minimum Qualifications Education Requirements: A bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred.Professional Experience Requirements: • At least five years of relevant experience, preferably in leadership capacities• Experience building strategies and planning execution• Experience in the manufacturing and technology spaceKnowledge Requirements:• Excellent verbal and writing skills• Knowledge of Microsoft Office• Strong understanding of manufacturing and technology sectors• Not-for-profit supporting technology acceleration• Relevant governmental grant writing, policy, and/or administration experience (local, state, and federal)

Additional Comments SALARY RANGE: $90,931 - $114,940

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Gabby Serafin

Telephone (518) 292-5130

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12245

Notes on Applying If interested in this position, please forward a cover letter and resume to the e-mail address below by June 27, 2025. Be sure to indicate the position title and location you are applying for and specify how you meet the minimum qualifications in your cover letter.INQUIRENYS Department of Economic DevelopmentHuman Resources Office625 BroadwayAlbany, NY 12245Fax: (518) 292-5852E-Mail: [email protected] York State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.