Office Manager - Reaching New Heights

Bowery Residents' Committee; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health and dental plans

Minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation

Tuition assistance and training opportunities

Job summary

A community support organization in New York is seeking a full-time administrative support staff member to supervise assigned staff and manage clerical functions. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and relevant experience, demonstrating excellent communication and organization skills. This role includes benefits such as competitive health plans, paid vacation, and tuition assistance to support career development. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of New Yorkers experiencing homelessness.

Qualifications

• Good written and verbal communication skills are necessary.
• Related experience in office support is required.
• Ability to use independent judgment and excellent organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned staff and provide administrative support.
• Develop and maintain filing systems.
• Perform clerical functions and general office coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Typing skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned staff
• Provide administrative support for program staff
• Develop filing systems and maintain filing
• Perform clerical functions including reception and word processing as needed
• Order supplies
• Responsible for copier and fax machine maintenance and repair
• General office coordination
• Related duties as assigned

Hours

Full-time; 37.5 hours per week

• Monday-Friday 10am-6:30pm

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Related experience required
• Excellent organization, computer and typing skills, ability to use independent judgment

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self‑sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

Today, we have over 1000 full‑time, part‑time, and per‑diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

Benefits

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full‑time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents
• A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC
• Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre‑tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare