Program Assistant

Title: Program Assistant

Job Description:

Do you have experience in administrative support? Are you passionate about supporting the preservation of historical facts?

We are currently in search of a Program Assistant for a Public Charity Research organization located in New York City (Chelsea). This is a Part-Time, Hybrid, Temporary (~4 months) assignment.

ORGANIZATION TYPE: Public Charity Research

LOCATION: New York City (Chelsea)

POSITION TITLE: Program Assistant

DURATION: Temporary

SCHEDULE: ~30 hrs/wk.

HOURLY PAY: $23.00-25.00/hour

Is This Your Dream Job? The Program Assistant facilitates the efficient operation of the assigned department by performing a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• Experience in an administrative role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing
• Ability to work independently

How You Will Spend Your Day:

• Answers and transfers phone calls, screening when necessary
• Assists with public events (catering orders, set up, etc.)
• Maintains filing systems as assigned
• Assists Associate Director of Public History with conference-related tasks
• Maintains a system for recording expenses and the use of petty cash
• Collects payment information (W9, receipts, invoices, etc.)
• Retrieves information as requested from records, email, minutes, and other related documents; prepares written summaries of data when needed
• Records and distributes minutes or other records for meetings
• Writes, proofreads, or edits copy related to events and assists in producing related electronic and print communications, especially using the organization's Content Management System and various marketing tools
• Performs other related duties as assigned

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