Senior Vice President, Community Relations , REDP

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Date Posted 10/01/26

Applications Due01/01/27

Vacancy ID226160

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NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleNo

AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleSenior Vice President, Community Relations , REDP

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $175000 to $185000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

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 New York

Street Address 5 Grand Central East

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10017

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:

Oversee community and government relations for ESD's real estate development projects, including signature projects such as Atlantic Yards, Creedmoor Psychiatric Center, and Downstate Correctional Facility. ESD seeks a highly motivated individual with excellent relationship building and communication skills to lead the team responsible for contact with external stakeholders, including elected officials and community organizations.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Work closely and collaboratively with REDP staff and ESD leadership to effectively promote all real estate initiatives to critical stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
• Develop and execute community relations strategy for economic development projects state-wide.
• Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with real estate, government, community boards, civic associations, advocacy organizations, business leaders, and other key stakeholders.
• Provide strategic leadership to the EVP of REDP and other ESD senior leadership on the effective communication about real estate projects and initiatives to ensure positive project development and maximum community support.
• Plan for, design, and execute public engagement processes including public workshops and other ways of connecting with stakeholders.
• Respond to a wide variety of inquiries from elected officials' offices and assist with resolving constituent concerns.
• Manage a team of five community relations staff tasked with engaging elected officials, community organizations, and other relevant stakeholders about ESD real estate initiatives.
• Support the community relations staff in skill development and professional growth.
• Some travel required

Competencies[JK1.1]:

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and manage an array of projects through to completion
• Ability to actively listen and synthesize the information; communicate effectively with all levels of staff and external contacts
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters

Minimum Qualifications Education Level required: Bachelor's Degree in relevant area; Master's preferred.

Experience required: 8-10 years relevant experience in community relations and legislative/ constituent affairs.

Skills required: Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are essential.

Knowledge of State and City government structure and processes.

Experience mediating resolutions amongst groups with diverse interests. Must have managerial/supervisory experience

Demonstrated ability in problem solving.

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 - Director, Human Resources

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 5 Grand Central East

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

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