MWBD Program Associate - Compliance & Partnerships

Empire State Development, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Empire State Development, LLC is seeking a Program Associate to serve as the MWBD liaison for assigned agencies, ensuring MWBE reporting compliance and the use of MWBEs on state contracts. The role involves reviewing agency goal plans and quarterly utilization reports, conducting trainings, and assisting MWBD program reviews, with regular coordination with MWBD Division management.

Travel is required. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and MS Office proficiency are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; 3 years direct related experience may substitute.
• 1–3 years relevant experience required.
• Experience in economic development or MWBD context is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as MWBD Program Associate to assigned agencies/authorities.
• Analyze agency/authority annual goal plans and quarterly utilization reports for compliance with Article 15-A and MWBD protocols.
• Attend periodic meetings with agencies/authorities to discuss MWBD reporting and needs; report and recommend follow-up.
• Assist in MWBD program reviews of contracts, documents, and procurement records to assess compliance.
• Monitor and conduct periodic surveys related to 15-A programs.
• Plan and conduct training, orientation and technical assistance on MWBD reporting and compliance.
• Help agencies search the MWBE database to locate qualified firms.
• Identify agencies to be placed on remedial plans or enhanced technical assistance; monitor progress and report.
• Perform other special projects as required; travel will be required.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

3 years related experience may substitute

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Empire State Development, LLC is seeking a Program Associate to serve as the MWBD liaison for assigned agencies, ensuring MWBE reporting compliance and the use of MWBEs on state contracts. The role involves reviewing agency goal plans and quarterly utilization reports, conducting trainings, and assisting MWBD program reviews, with regular coordination with MWBD Division management.

Travel is required. Strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and MS Office proficiency are