Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.
Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Administrative Assistant (Temporary Assignment)
The Administrative Assistant provides administrative and office support for Newton Hotel Family Shelter, located in Manhattan, and serving families experiencing homelessness. This position is responsible for completing assigned office and administrative tasks while maintaining the confidentiality of client, employee, and financial information.
This is a temporary position anticipated to last approximately six months to one year. A tentative end date will be discussed and established at the time of hire. As the assignment nears completion, the selected candidate will be encouraged to explore other opportunities within the organization.
Location: New York, NY 10025
Minimum Qualifications:
- 60 college credits plus two years’ experience in a related field or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, business writing skills, the ability to work well with others, and prioritize and take initiative.
- Ability to communicate professionally (oral and written) with Spanish-speaking clients required.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Administrative Assistant Principal Responsibilities:
- Manage the management of day-to-day office functions, equipment maintenance, and janitorial activities.
- Coordinate paper and electronic documentation, including receiving, routing and filing of invoices, reports, correspondences, contracts and forms.
- Prepare reports, correspondences, purchase orders and forms and ensure timely and accurate reporting within the program and to outside entities.
We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Prescription Coverage
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
And much more!
To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/
VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!
Skills Required
- 60 college credits plus two years of experience in a related field, or a satisfactory combination of education and experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Business writing skills
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to prioritize and take initiative
- Professional oral and written communication with Spanish-speaking clients
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
What We Do
Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-GNY) is an anti-poverty nonprofit serving people experiencing or at risk of homelessness across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester County. Through more than 60 programs, it provides emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing, along with health, wealth-building, veterans, disability, youth, and other human services. Its vision is to end homelessness in Greater New York.
