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 an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:  

Lead semiconductor industry workforce development coordination across New York State, a key part of the Governor’s Office of Semiconductor Expansion, Management, and Integration (GO-SEMI). Work with key regional and statewide stakeholders on the alignment and development of workforce development programs for the semiconductor industry.  

WORK PERFORMED:

• Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with governmental and quasi-governmental entities, business groups, trade, apprenticeship programs, community-based organizations, training and higher education institutions across New York State to refine and support ESD’s perspectives on opportunities and gaps related to NY’s offerings in semi-industry-standard curriculum and training resources and develop consensus around goals for new and existing training and education programs to expand the capacity of, and those that could be scaled.
• Plan and facilitate necessary community and stakeholder engagement discussions, meetings, and events to identify collaborative efforts and initiatives to address workforce development needs of the semiconductor cluster in NYS.
• Develop and maintain an industry-facing, statewide workforce inventory of training and education programs inclusive of completion and placement statistics/metrics to provide a persuasive business attraction/development message of how NYS is meeting the workforce needs of the semiconductor industry and doing so in a way that is equitable, inclusive and prioritizes beneficial outcomes for marginalized and disadvantaged populations.
• Lead a cross-state agency working group to ensure efforts are complimentary and not duplicated and that best practices are shared.
• Provide input to ESD leadership and policy directors on best practices and outcomes from NY’s workforce investments and efforts.
• Public speaking and presentations at stakeholder events and public meetings.        
• Support the development promotional campaigns on careers in the semiconductor industry in consultation with appropriate ESD Departments.   
• Present written and oral summaries of GO-SEMI activity to executive management, as requested.  
• Coordinate with the Office of Strategic Workforce Development on funding and programs when relevant.  
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level Required:  Bachelor’s degree, or Associate’s degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.

Relevant Experience required:  A minimum of five (5) years of experience required. Experience in semiconductor industry and / or workforce development preferred. 

APPROXIMATE HIRING SALARY:   $90,000 to $100,000 (w/ comprehensive benefits package)

INQUIRE

Jane Martinez – Talent Acquisition Specialist

External Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser:  https://bit.ly/3APr8cp 

Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration

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