Assistant Vice President, Community Relations

Job 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 accommodation. BASIC FUNCTION: Manage community relations for various ESD real estate development projects. Manage Community/ Government Relations downstate. WORK PERFORMED: - Provide community relations support to ESD’s Real Estate Development division. - Manage relationships with local community boards, elected and appointed officials, community organizations and developers on signature projects; ensure positive project development and maximum community support. - Develop and execute community relations strategy for economic development projects statewide. - Attend and manage meetings with elected officials and community leaders with the goal of delivering on projects of importance to ESD and the Governor. - Represent ESD at community events, hearings and meetings. - Monitor issues of concerns and relevance to communities in the project area a...