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About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least two (2) years of administrative experience, preferably in a human services, non-profit, or government-funded program.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn DHS data systems, including AWARDS and CAIRS.
• Knowledge of basic procurement procedures and document control.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations, including clients, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the purchase of office and program supplies or equipment, maintaining documentation of all purchasing decisions.
• Submit purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices to the fiscal department promptly.
• Track and reorder supplies to ensure common areas and office spaces are adequately stocked.
• Review vendor invoices for accuracy and forward approved items to the fiscal department in a timely manner.
• Maintain and reconcile the office petty cash fund by processing expense vouchers, reimbursing staff, and submitting monthly reconciliations.
• Maintain a monthly inventory log of all office equipment, furniture, and program assets, including items purchased, transferred, discarded, or traded.
• Support compliance with audit and agency inventory control standards.
• Maintain accurate logs and files of staff training records, certifications, fire drill logs, and other regulatory documents.
• Ensure documentation is up to date and in compliance with DHS and agency requirements.
• Assist with the collection, organization, and submission of internal and external reporting data, including DHS-required reports.
• Support supervisors and directors with compiling and formatting data for reports and proposals.
• Draft, copy, fax, and file letters, memos, and agency-related documents.
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate meeting spaces for internal and external meetings.
• Greet and direct visitors, vendors, and clients professionally and ensure they are escorted or referred to appropriate staff.
• Maintain a welcoming and organized front office and reception area.
• Assist in preparing documentation for audits, site reviews, and contract renewals.
• Help compile and format supporting materials for grant or proposal submissions.
• Maintain and update client databases, including playing the role of team superuser for HMIS platforms such as AWARDS and CAIRS.
• Troubleshoot and support staff with system navigation and data entry.
• As needed, deliver or pick up documents to/from agency headquarters, DHS offices, or other relevant locations.
• Provide backup support to other administrative functions or site needs as assigned by the Program Director or administrative leadership.