Administrative Aide II - Environmental Studies, Research Centers

New York University • New York, NY

10d • $39

About The Position

Arts & Science is seeking a talented Administrative Aide II to join the Department of Environmental Studies to support the Center for Mind, Ethics, and Policy (CMEP), the Center for Environmental and Animal Protection (CEAP), the Wild Animal Welfare Program (WAWP), and the Food Impact Program (FIP). This individual will perform a wide range of clerical, secretarial and general office duties including those of a confidential nature. Prioritize office activities and delegate work to student and/or casual employees. Serve as a source of information to faculty, researchers, students, contractors, and other stakeholders on policies, procedures and office activities. Interact with the general public as NYU liaison and with University personnel including those at the senior level regarding general inquiries as well as specific issues and problems. Customize and/or compose letters 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years office experience.
• Experience providing a high level of customer service.
• Proficiency with intermediate to advanced work processing, spreadsheet and database applications.
• Moderate to fast, accurate keyboarding.
• Good proofreading and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2+ years office experience (with Associate’s degree).
• 1 year of office experience (with Bachelor’s degree).

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of clerical, secretarial and general office duties including those of a confidential nature.
• Prioritize office activities and delegate work to student and/or casual employees.
• Serve as a source of information to faculty, researchers, students, contractors, and other stakeholders on policies, procedures and office activities.
• Interact with the general public as NYU liaison and with University personnel including those at the senior level regarding general inquiries as well as specific issues and problems.
• Customize and/or compose letters 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED