Administrative Assistant: Office of the President

NYU is hiring for an Administrative Assistant: Office of the President Position in Greenwich Village, New York City. Base pay starts at $34.62/hr.

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Job Description

Perform a wide range of clerical, secretarial and general office duties including those of a confidential nature for the Office of the President. Prioritize office activities and delegate work to student and/or casual employees. May act as work leader to junior clerical support staff. Respond to inquiries displaying a comprehensive knowledge of the department's activities, policies and programs. Interact with the general public as NYU liaison (including high profile academics and dignitaries from around the world) and with University personnel (including those at the senior level) to resolve issues and problems. Customize and/or compose letters on own initiative or in response to requests for information. Perform general word processing duties utilizing intermediate to advanced-level functions. Modify and/or create databases and complex spreadsheets. Monitor complex department budgets and/or grants.

Qualifications

Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience: 3 years of office experience. Experience providing a high level of customer service.

Preferred Experience: 2 years of office experience (with Associate's degree). 1 year of office experience (with Bachelor's degree).

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Proficiency with intermediate to advanced word processing, spreadsheet and database applications. Moderate to fast, accurate keyboarding. Good proofreading and writing skills.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Proficiency with intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office or proficiency with Apple. Knowledge of desktop publishing software. Knowledge of Access.

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the hourly rate for this position is USD $34.629. This rate is based on bargaining unit contracts. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.