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Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, Business Development & Engagement- Opportunity Programs Group, the Business Development and Engagement Coordinator, Opportunity Programs Group provides comprehensive support to the Assistant Director, Business Development and Engagement, Opportunity Programs Group in implementing DASNY’s Mentor/Protege program, small business capacity building policies, and Opportunity Programs Group (OPG) engagement initiatives statewide. This position assists with coordinating outreach activities, organizing events, managing communications, and tracking program metrics to help build partnerships with small, minority, women-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses across New York State. The Business Development and Engagement Coordinator, Opportunity Programs Group plays a vital role in ensuring the efficient execution of programs designed to increase business availability and readiness for procurement opportunities in construction services, professional services, and commodities.
Job Responsibility:
Manage the day-to-day administration of DASNY's statewide Mentor/Protege program and small business capacity building policies including participant applications, documentation, and communications
Oversee the database of businesses, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely updates
Orchestrate logistics for program orientation sessions, training workshops, and networking events
Develop program materials, presentations, and resources for participants
Analyze and compile program data for evaluation and reporting purposes
Conduct follow-up with program participants to track progress and address any concerns or questions
Source and recruit MBE, WBE, SDVOB and SBE firms for registration into DASNY's MWBE, SDVOB and SBE database
Evaluate and connect MBE, WBE, SDVOB and SBE's for referral as sub-contractors and/or subconsultants/vendors to help proposed prime contractors meet Article 15-A and 3B requirements
Analyze small business plans and specifications for construction projects to contribute to sizing bid packages and developing direct notices to bidders
Source potential Mentor/Protege program and small business capacity building participants throughout New York State
Contribute to the development and maintenance of the OPG statewide engagement calendar
Represent DASNY at construction pre-bid meetings to explain OPG policies and reporting requirements
Participate in industry events to promote programs and to recruit participants
Represent DASNY at M/WBE and SDVOB business conferences and trade fairs sponsored by other governmental agencies/authorities
Orchestrate logistics for speaking engagements, conferences, workshops, and other external events
Develop briefing materials and presentations for the Director, Assistant Director and other DASNY representatives attending external events
Administer registration and attendance tracking for DASNY-hosted events
Contribute to the development, documentation and implementation of procedures
Participate in the assessment/development and implementation of internal controls and engage in the review and testing of same
Execute special assignments as directed
Adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Information Technology
Supervision of employees is required
Requirements:
Associates degree plus five years of relevant experience
Bachelor's degree plus three years M/W/SBE certification experience. Must possess a valid driver’s license
High School diploma or equivalent plus eight years of relevant experience
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint
Nice to have:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, political science, urban affairs, sociology or related field plus three years of M/W/SBE certification experience
Experience developing and maintaining relational databases
Knowledge of Article 15-A of the Executive Law, contract compliance and other applicable laws and an understanding of impact and application of such laws/regulations
What we offer:
Choice of several health insurance plans
Dental & vision insurance
Membership in the NYS Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
13 vacation days per year
13 sick days per year
5 days of personal leave per year
12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
Tuition reimbursement
Training & development opportunities
Telecommuting Work Plan
Limited Work from Home (LWFH)
Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program)