Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants

US: Tryfacta • Albany, NY

2d

About The Position

Tryfacta is seeking an Executive Secretaries and Administrative Assistants candidate for a temporary contract assignment supporting a client at One Commerce Plaza in Albany, New York. The role is described as an Emergency Management Administrative Specialist and supports unit projects involving the development, maintenance, or revision of emergency management, hazard mitigation, emergency operations, and resiliency plans and operations. The work involves coordination with internal and external partners, team leadership, project management, and organization. The assignment is 24 months, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 37.5 hours per week; the specific schedule is to be determined. Telecommuting may be allowed at the supervisor’s discretion, but is limited for emergency management personnel.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, be eligible to work in New York State, and have one year of emergency management experience, although the posting also states that prior emergency management experience is not required and that the client seeks someone interested in learning. Preferred skills include writing, organization, and project management. Applicants must submit a resume and a business writing sample of at least two pages. Vendors are also asked to complete two specified certifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Eligible to work in New York State.
• One year of experience in emergency management is listed as a minimum qualification; the posting also states that prior emergency management experience is not required.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented, with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to track, manage, and report on assigned projects without daily oversight.
• Submit a resume and a business writing sample of at least two pages.

Nice To Haves

• Writing skills.
• Organization skills.
• Project management skills.
• Interest in learning about emergency management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, collaborate on, and facilitate planning processes and meetings from plan development through plan implementation.
• Develop emergency management procedures, checklists, job aids, and operational plans for preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities.
• Conduct research to prepare, develop, and maintain emergency management plans and procedures.
• Support day-to-day tasks and ensure appropriate support and resources are provided to meet deadlines.
• Work on special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Track, manage, and report on assigned projects without daily oversight.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Executive