Community Associate

City of New York • Long Island City, NY

5d

About The Position

The Community Associate, under the supervision of a Licensed Master Plumber, with latitude for independent initiative and judgement, supports the administrative needs of the Office of Fire Safety. The Community Associate, while encouraged to think independently, will receive guidance and vital information necessary to perform these duties, and to gain knowledge of new procedures. Duties include but are not limited to: 1. Assist in the procurement of materials and tools needed for the daily repair work of the skilled trades. 2. Assist in the administrative filing of requests for inspection and testing to the FDNY & NYC DOB. 3. Create releases against purchase requisitions for 3rd party contracts. 4. General administrative support of the office. Additional Information 1. For NYCHA employees: employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable). 2. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply. NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS). Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the qualification requirements before applying to this position. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement of materials and tools needed for the daily repair work of the skilled trades.
• Assist in the administrative filing of requests for inspection and testing to the FDNY & NYC DOB.
• Create releases against purchase requisitions for 3rd party contracts.
• General administrative support of the office.

Benefits

• choice of medical coverage plans
• deferred compensation plans
• defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees