Director, Semiconductor Growth Accelerator Pr

Job Description

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 an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION :

Under the direction of GO-SEMI SEDI Lead but with wide latitude, the SGAP Director will lead the tracking of federal funding under the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Small Business Opportunity Program to ensure that the State’s Semiconductor Growth Access Program (SGAP) and its grantees effectively foster participation of very small and / or SEDI (Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual) owned businesses in New York’s rapidly growing semiconductor supply chain, including the opportunities in participating in the construction of mega fabrication manufacturing facilities. They will engage directly with SGAP grantees to support five target regions across New York State in identifying regional priority semiconductor supply chain subsectors, developing a comprehensive list of NYS firms who are currently serving the semiconductor supply chain or well positioned to either serve the fabrication facility construction activities or pivot operations to begin serving the industry. In partnership with the grantees, they will ensure that NYS semiconductor supply chain firms receive impactful technical assistance (TA), with a special focus on financial, legal, and accounting services, to be able to secure credit and loans or pursue contract opportunities with Micron and other large semiconductor manufacturers. They will coordinate across state agencies, regional economic development organizations (EDOs), and community-based stakeholders to ensure successful implementation, compliance, and outcomes of the program. This position also leads the strategic deployment of GO-SEMI’s industry research and business lists across 40 prioritized semiconductor supply chain and construction-related subsectors to help companies become “Micron-ready” through tailored playbooks and assistance.

WORK PERFORMED :

SGAP Grant Management & Compliance

Semiconductor Supplier Growth, Readiness & Outreach

Technical Assistance Oversight

Cross-Program Coordination

Travel to five target regions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Education Level Required : Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, finance, or a related field. Master’s preferred.

Relevant Experience Required : 5+ years of experience in small business technical assistance, economic development, or program administration. Experience administering federal or state grant programs and sub-awards. Demonstrated success working with community-based or regional partners to deliver business services. Familiarity with semiconductor, construction, or advanced manufacturing supply chains a plus.

Knowledge Required :

Deep understanding of capital access and procurement readiness challenges for disadvantaged and very small firms. Strong knowledge of federal grant compliance, financial reporting, and sub-award oversight specific to SSBCI and SBOP programs is preferred. Ability to engage and align diverse stakeholders (e.g., grantees, state agencies, economic development organizations, and industry partners). Skilled in facilitating procurement readiness through tailored playbooks, workshops, and outreach campaigns.