BASIC FUNCTION:

The Governor’s Office of Semiconductor Expansion, Management, and Integration (GO-SEMI) within Empire State Development (ESD) was established following the announcement of Micron’s historic commitment to invest $100 billion in Central New York. The Executive Director will manage the Office, which will support semiconductor manufacturers with the implementation of their projects in New York State; lead and centralize efforts and policies to attract the semiconductor industry and its supply chain; coordinate workforce development and community investments between local, state, federal, and private partners; lead efforts to create, attract and retain the highly skilled workforce needed; and oversee cohesive development focused on smart growth across the state for these nation leading projects.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Manage a team that oversees economic development projects related to the semiconductor industry - including supply chain companies.

• Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with governmental and quasi-governmental entities, business groups, community-based organizations, training and education providers, and higher education institutions across New York State. 

• Plan and facilitate necessary community and stakeholder engagement meetings and events.

• Support and cultivate long-term relationships with existing semiconductor manufacturers and supply chain to ensure project success and the greatest possible benefits to New Yorkers.

• Plan and execute a series of public discussions on issues including workforce, land-use planning, environmental impacts, research and development.

• Public speaking and presentations at stakeholder events and public meetings.

• Work with local and national leaders to design, launch and/or support programs necessary to ensure short- and long-term the success of the semiconductor manufacturing projects, and further the state and federal investments in this industry.

• Facilitate coordination between New York State agencies, local partners and Federal government on policy, projects, initiatives and incentives to grow New York's semiconductor ecosystem.

• Generate contacts and maintain relationships within the semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industry. 

• Seek out new opportunities to bring advanced technology, manufacturing and innovation companies to New York State, and support partnerships to capitalize on those opportunities.

• Oversee and undertake special projects or initiatives as needed.

• Contribute to the development of internal and external communications, collateral, and events promoting the Office, its partnerships, and relevant ESD programs.

• Regular travel within New York State should be expected. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Position expected to work onsite and/or remote consistent with NYS and ESD guidelines and needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

PREFERRED RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in semiconductor or related industry; an understanding of semiconductor technology, terminology, and industry manufacturing processes.

• Government policy experience in at least one of the State's related focus areas, including community development, housing, social equity, sustainability, and workforce development.

• Experience with public speaking and responding to press inquiries.

• Management of multidisciplinary or interagency teams or working groups.

• External community and stakeholder engagement and management.

• Knowledge of relevant state and local governments policy and regulatory frameworks.

• Relevant leadership experience, including strategy building and planning execution, and in technology business development.

• Experience in decision making, and the delegation of responsibilities and accountability.
• Experience in economic development, public-private partnerships, and/or job creation.
• Communication and leadership skills that foster a collaborative work environment.
• Ability to distill a large amount of information, make connections, and succinctly present information