Administrative Assistant - Social Services & Programs

BronxWorks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

BronxWorks is seeking compassionate administrative staff for the Adult Protectives program in New York. The role supports a busy APS site, handling clerical tasks, scheduling, and document processing to help protect at-risk adults.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or high school diploma with two years of related experience and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks, attention to detail, and professional communication. Training and a supportive team environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in standard office software and email.
• Proficiency in basic filing principles and standard correspondence formats.
• Minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Office Supplies and equipment with documentation to fiscal.
• Review invoices and forward to fiscal department timely.
• Maintain monthly Inventory Log for program items and furniture.
• Balance petty cash and reconcile vouchers monthly.
• Process MetroCards and travel reimbursements with proper documentation.
• Assist Supervisor in monitoring APSNET and cases.
• Draft and file memoranda, letters, and meeting minutes.
• Maintain calendar and arrange meeting rooms.
• Provide office and building tours to new staff.
• Deliver documents to BronxWorks offices and partners.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Typing speed 50 wpm

General office communications

Education

Associate or high school diploma + 2 years experience

Job description

BronxWorks is seeking compassionate administrative staff for the Adult Protectives program in New York. The role supports a busy APS site, handling clerical tasks, scheduling, and document processing to help protect at-risk adults.

Ideal candidates will have an associate degree or high school diploma with two years of related experience and a strong ability to manage multiple tasks, attention to detail, and professional communication. Training and a supportive team environment are provided.