Administrative Assistant

HELP USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Job summary

HELP USA is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide support services for the Executive Director of one of our shelter locations. This role requires proficient use of Microsoft Office applications to prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence.

You will manage communications by email and telephone, convey messages accurately and on a timely basis, support ongoing and special projects, and maintain organized files for easy follow-up and accountability.

Qualifications

• Administrative role requiring strong MS Word and Excel abilities.
• Typing speed of 55+ words per minute and accurate data entry.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence using Microsoft Office.
• Managing communications by email and telephone, conveying messages accurately and on a timely basis.
• Providing support for ongoing and special projects.
• Maintaining files in an organized, easy to follow manner.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Typing 55+ wpm

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You\'ll Do

HELP USA is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide support services for the Executive Director of one of our shelter locations.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence as needed using Microsoft Office applications.

Managing communications by email and telephone, conveying messages accurately and on a timely basis.

Providing support for ongoing and special projects.

Maintaining files in an organized, easy to follow manner.

You\'re a great fit for this role if you have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR equivalent experience and skills.

Minimum two years administrative experience and demonstrated ability in administrative skills.

Strong MS Word and Excel skills, including typing speed of 55+ words per minute.

Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to handle a large volume of work with shifting priorities.

Compensation

Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage, prevailing wage, or exempt salary requirements under federal, state and local laws.

We Have GREAT BENEFITS!

• Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision, with an option that covers the entire family with minimal employee contribution.
• Generous Paid Time Off!
• 401(k) with Company contribution, even if the employee doesn't contribute.
• And More !

Who We Are

At HELP USA, we work to ensure that everyone has a place to call home. We’re one of the nation’s largest non-profit homeless services providers and low-income housing developers serving at-risk populations, including families, individuals, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, people with physical and mental health challenges and disabilities, and seniors. With an annual operating budget approaching $150 million and 1400 employees working in nearly 60 programs, we have helped over 500,000 people facing homelessness and poverty to build better lives. We hope that you will consider joining our team in the fight against homelessness.