Executive Assistant to the Commissioner — Operations & Engagement Lead

Nyc-Department-of-Design-and-Construction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Design & Construction seeks an Executive Assistant for the Commissioner’s Office to provide administrative and operational support. You will back up the office, manage day-to-day operations, and coordinate calls, correspondence, and records.

Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, tracking assignments, and serving as the Technology & Innovation liaison and Employee Engagement Coordinator. NYC residency is typically required.

Qualifications

• Strong client service ethics and communication skills required.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate office operations and calendar management.
• Experience handling calls, correspondence, and records.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate office operations and manage shared responsibilities.
• Schedule meetings and track assignments for staff.
• Maintain records and assist with general administrative duties.
• Serve as Technology & Innovation liaison and as Employee Engagement Coordinator.

Skills

Client service ethics

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college

Associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college

Four-year high school diploma or educational equivalent

Education/experience equivalent to 1–3 with supervisory experience

Job description

The Department of Design & Construction seeks an Executive Assistant for the Commissioner’s Office to provide administrative and operational support. You will back up the office, manage day-to-day operations, and coordinate calls, correspondence, and records.

Responsibilities include scheduling meetings, tracking assignments, and serving as the Technology & Innovation liaison and Employee Engagement Coordinator. NYC residency is typically required.