Director, Entrepreneur Development

In this role you drive the administration and execution of federally and state-funded entrepreneur development programs. You will lead the statewide Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers network to boost business formation and growth, aligning initiatives with economic development goals. You'll manage program operations, budgets, and stakeholder engagement while supporting program visibility and impact. This position offers meaningful work at scale within a collaborative government team, shaping entrepreneurial opportunities across New York.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Oversee the statewide Entrepreneurship Assistance Centers (EAC) network and related initiatives to ensure effective delivery
• Manage program operations, including contract compliance, performance monitoring, site evaluations, data collection, reporting, and QA improvements
• Administer budgets, grant disbursements, procurement, RFAs/RFPs, and consultant engagements in coordination with the VP, Entrepreneur Development
• Supervise staff, set performance expectations, coach, and align team objectives with departmental priorities
• Support program visibility and growth through conferences, events, and marketing activities that advance ESD's goals
• Travel within New York State as required and handle related duties and special projects
• Serve as primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders regarding EAC programs

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in micro-business development, not-for-profit management, government program management, and entrepreneurship training
• Knowledge of ESD and other public funding programs
• Strong organizational, communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills
• Computer skills in Microsoft Dynamics, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and project management tools (Asana, )

• Stakeholder management
• Communication
• Leadership and coaching
• Microsoft Dynamics
• Word
• Excel