Brooklyn, NY, 11225, USA
13 hours ago
Administrative Assistant, Workforce Development
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive.  We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 160 integrated programs in:  Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 65,000 individuals and families each year at our 90 locations, including 10,000 youth.  CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA’s comprehensive Workforce Development and Refugee Services Programs: Since our founding CAMBA has connected over 25,000 New Yorkers to full time jobs. Our workforce development initiatives grew out of our commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive New York City. Driven by racial and economic equality, we provide opportunities for the most economically and socially vulnerable to thrive.  We work with a vast diversity of job seekers, and specialize in assisting those with special barriers to employment including refugees, political asylees, immigrant professionals, young adults, victims of human trafficking and others, from over fifty countries of origin, who are striving to connect to career paths. We take a strength based approach to career development, matching participants to specific bridge trainings which allow them to benefit from the job opportunities we develop with our employer partners. Among other areas of specialization, we have expertise in matching STEM skilled immigrant professionals to engineering sector and IT jobs locally. These award winning programs are performance-based, and success is measured by meeting engagement, employment placement, training, and retention goals. Position: Administrative Assistant Reports To: Supervisor /Program Manager Location: 955 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226 What The Administrative Assistant Does: + Provide administrative and clerical support to ensure the smooth operations of all departments + Answer and screen incoming telephone calls + Direct callers and general voicemail messages to the appropriate personnel + Organize and maintain daily attendance in the form of sign in sheets, data logs or remote session reports. + Assist non-clerical staff with clerical work (i.e., data collection and data verification + Greet visitors/clients, determine nature of business, and announce visitors to appropriate personnel. + Provide callers with answers to questions about the organization (i.e.-eligibility, address, contact #, directions, etc.). + Compose, type and send general correspondence, memos, reports and marketing materials (via e-mails, faxing, interoffice mail, etc.). + Organize and maintain filing system(s). + Coordinate and schedule meetings, conference calls, prepare agendas, reserve and prepare meeting rooms/facilities. + Ensure that fax and copy machines are in working condition. + Monitor, troubleshoot, and track all office equipment maintenance issues. + Schedule all office equipment repairs and servicing as needed. + Prepare, submit and track all MIS requests for assistance. + Provide purchasing/procurement support (i.e.-reconcile purchase orders and invoices). + Order, receive, track, store and distribute office supplies. + Conduct mail pick ups and/or deliveries. + May have direct client service/program responsibilities in addition to the above. + Tasks may be modified, expanded and/or assigned over time. Minimum Education/Experience Required: High school diploma or G.E.D. and/or equivalent experience. Other Requirements: + Proficient experience using Microsoft Office software and knowledge of databases. + Ability to type 45 words per minute Compensation: $40,000 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR
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