Office Manager 505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA Req #2915 Thursday, January 30, 2025 ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home! Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness. But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home. Breaking Ground embraces a housing first and harm reduction philosophy with an aim at helping residents secure appropriate permanent housing. Reporting to the Program Director , the Office Manager contributes to ending homelessness by acting as a liaison for Breaking Groun d s taff, the community, and clients who are chronically street homeless . The Office Manager is responsible for welcoming guests; bookkeeping which includes petty cash, check requisitions and billing; scheduling; taking meeting notes; maintaining filing systems; writing letters and other correspondence; and maintaining client data. This is a 35 hour work week. This position travels to multiple locations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: + Greet guests, direct them to appropriate staff , and provide information + Maintain petty cash, billing, check requests, and Metro cards + Maintain facility and staff activity calendars + Track vacations + Keep an updated file of vendors + Order and track supplies + Maintain filing system including client data + Order and keep an inventory of office supplies + Answer phones, direct calls, and take messages + Attend meetings and take notes + Coordinate events + Performs other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience + Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills + Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs   + Excellent writing and communication skills  + Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic team environment and willingness to shift easily between various responsibilities with diverse populations + Prefer red: bilingual in Spanish and English + Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver’s license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground is preferred EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Other details + Pay Type Hourly + Min Hiring Rate $19.23 + Max Hiring Rate $19.23 Apply Now + 505 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA