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Program Manager, ConnectALL

Empire State Development, Albany, New York, United States

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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

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Grant & Program Management of ConnectALL, the Program Managers will be responsible for managing grants, ensuring that broadband deployment projects are constructed on time and within the scope of grant award, as well as serving as the primary point of contact for grantees. Program Managers will be responsible for managing, tracking, and reporting on program progress and outcomes. Program Managers will have day to day oversight of grants that fall within any one of these signature programs but may also support management of projects funded through other ConnectALL programs.

Work Performed

Success in this role will require superior skills implementing complex programs in a fast-paced, outcomes-oriented environment. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to manage multiple complex projects and processes under tight timelines and have a keen sense of when to pull in appropriate resources to keep projects on track.

Specific Work Includes, But Is Not Limited To

Manage ConnectALL grants and steward broadband infrastructure projects funded by these grants to on-time completion and grant close-out. Track and report on the status of individual broadband projects to demonstrate overall program progress. Serve as the main point of contact for grantees and identify the appropriate resources to resolve issues related to deployment of broadband infrastructure. Manage reports on program implementation and drive toward successful outcomes. Provide inputs to the program budget, including support forecasting grant payout. Effectively and tactfully communicate with stakeholders. Manage risks and take corrective measures including informing executive leadership of issues. Coordinate with internal ESD departments, including Loans and Grants, Legal, and Budget to administer grants throughout their life cycle.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience managing complex programs or projects.

Relevant Experience Required

5 + years of experience as a Program Manager leading large-scale programs or other managerial position responsible for delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods, including managing and communicating with diverse stakeholders. The ability to work in the details of administering a program without losing sight of the bigger strategic picture. Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience managing sensitive relationships with diplomacy and discretion. Excellent problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected challenges. Outstanding organizational skills. Excellent knowledge of MS Office; experience using grant application software or other CRM systems preferred.

Strong interest in broadband access and a passion for closing the digital divide.

Additional Comments

Salary range as specified.

Comprehensive Benefits Package.

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