Administrative Assistant II

Employment Type
Part-Time
Job Category
Administrative & Clerical
Borough
Manhattan

Salary: $21.25 - $29.75 Hourly


The YMCA of Greater New York is here for all New Yorkers — to empower youth, improve health, and strengthen community. Founded in 1852, today the Y serves a diverse population of more than half a million New Yorkers who learn, grow, and thrive through programs and services at our 24 branches. Community is the cornerstone of the Y. Together, we connect active, engaged New Yorkers to build stronger communities.

To help fulfill our mission, we cultivate a culture of learning, leading, and collaboration to enhance community impact. Through our talented staff and “LEAP” career framework (Leadership, Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth), we are committed to a people-first approach that fosters trust, inclusion, growth, and development for all.

The YMCA of Greater New York Association Office is seeking an Administrative Assistant who will provide high-level direct administrative and financial services to the EVP/CFO/Corporate Treasurer and the VP-Finance involving the use of discretion and independent judgment. In addition, provide indirect support to all areas of the department; the head of: Treasury, Accounting, Enterprise Risk Management and other duties as may be required for successful organizational results.

This is a part-time position scheduled to work Tuesdays through Thursdays, up to six (6) hours each day.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide administrative support to C-level management as needed.

  • Manage schedules, arrange meetings and appointments, and coordinate travel arrangements.

  • Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a timely and professional manner.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and files.

  • Process and track invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.

  • Support the planning and implementation of special events and programs.

  • Maintain computer databases for various reports, committees and mailings.

  • Scan documents for and maintain internal electronic databases.

  • Support in the posting of documents to the Board Effect portal software in accordance with processes.

  • Support in the production and financial statements and applications, preparation of spreadsheets, reports.

  • Look for and make recommendations concerning process efficiencies.

  • Assist with the process of incoming and outgoing mail and packages.

  • Assist with the receiving and tracking of invoices for multiple vendors.

  • Order office supplies for the staff as required.


Desired Skills & Experience:

  • Associate degree in Business Administration or other business field or equivalent work experience.

  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a high performing administrative assistant.  Financial service experience is a plus.

  • High level proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite and Outlook applications.

  • Knowledge of Project management/Accounting & reporting skills.

  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Commitment to the YMCA’s mission and values.

  • Sense of humor.

  • Must be available Tuesdays through Thursdays. This is a part-time position scheduled to work up to six (6) hours each day.


Benefits:
The YMCA of Greater New York offers a variety of benefits to its staff members including retirement benefits, medical, paid time off, free YMCA membership, and more! Benefit eligibility is determined by an individual’s employment status (i.e., full-time or part-time), tenure and/or the number of hours scheduled to work. Click here for more information.

How to Apply:
If you would like to be a member of our dynamic team, please complete our online application and submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter that explains your interest in the role and our organization.

If you are a current YMCA employee, please submit your application through the Internal Career Site in Cornerstone. 

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