Senior Project Manager (Grants)

August 21

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New York City Economic Development Corporation

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Building strong neighborhoods. Creating good jobs.

Economic Development • Energy Policy • Transportation Systems • Economic Transformation • Financing

201 - 500

Description

• NYCEDC’s Grants Department is responsible for pursuing, overseeing and facilitating local, state, and federal grants for a broad array of EDC projects • The Grants Department coordinates with grantors, NYCEDC Project Managers, other departments and city agencies to ensure appropriate oversight of all grants • Reporting to the AVP of Grants, Portfolio Management, the Senior Project Manager (SPM) will develop and demonstrate a working understanding and knowledge of EDC Grant operational practices and policies • The SPM will have a solid understanding of grant and project management skills while assisting with systems updates, reporting and compliance tasks under the State and Federal grants portfolio

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. Graduate degree or relevant work experience preferred • 3 + years of relevant project management experience or equivalent preferred • Critical thinker with ability to define problems and identify and execute timely solutions required • Knowledge of city, state or federal government operations is a plus including understanding of budgeting, grant and contract management and public procurement • Knowledge of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) processes preferred • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Database management experience preferred • Team player and self-starter with demonstrated analytical and time-management skills • Proven ability to meet deadlines • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills • Highly organized in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment • New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire

Benefits

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance • Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans • Vision and hearing benefits • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care • Short term and long-term disability coverage • 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage • Up to 25 vacation days • Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays • Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks • Retirement savings programs • Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan • 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan • Tuition Reimbursement program • Continuing education and professional development • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer • College savings plan • Backup childcare • Gym membership discounts • A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support • Employee discounts through Plum Benefits, Student Loan Servicing tools, and much more