COMMUNITY ASSISTANT

New York City Campaign Finance Board; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bronx Community Board 5 is seeking a full-time Community Assistant to support its operations. The role involves interacting with the community, assisting in administrative tasks, and attending events outside standard hours. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Residency in New York City is required within 90 days of appointment.

Benefits

Federal and state loan forgiveness eligibility

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience required.
• Ability to understand and follow simple instructions.

Responsibilities

• Interact with constituents and community organizations seeking services.
• Assist in preparing reports and documents for meetings.
• Attend tabling events and board meetings beyond standard office hours.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Team-oriented

Fluency in Spanish

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bronx Community Board 5, an agency of the New York City government, seeks a full-time Community Assistant. The candidate will work under the supervision of the Bronx Community Board 5 District Manager.

1. Interact with constituents and community organizations seeking services.
2. Take notes and assist in preparing reports and documents for meetings convened by the Community Board.
3. File records and correspondences, answer telephones, and document complaints and requests for services from the public.
4. Attend tabling events and board meetings beyond standard office hours, including evenings and weekends.
5. Assist in the administration of the Board Office under the direction of the District Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• No formal education or experience required; ability to understand and follow simple instructions is necessary.
• Must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media networks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, team-oriented.
• Fluent in both English and Spanish, speaking, writing, and understanding.

Additional Information

Prospective employees may be eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness or repayment programs. For more information, visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency in New York City is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain city employees with two years of continuous city service may reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. Discuss residency requirements during the interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive, equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on legally protected statuses or characteristics.