JCEO is a private, not-for-profit Community Action Agency that has been serving Clinton and Franklin Counties in New York State since 1966. Through a comprehensive list of services, JCEO offers a helping hand to the working poor, the elderly, the sick, and the disadvantaged. Our legacy is defined by our staff and volunteers' unwavering dedication to enhancing the lives of our neighbors, creating an environment where those in need actively engage in their pursuit for self-sufficiency.

The Energy Services Office & Client Support Clerk provides both client and program support to ensure smooth operations and quality service delivery. This role assists clients with intake and applications, serves as a primary point of contact, and promotes services through outreach and community events. Responsibilities include coordinating scheduling and records, processing purchase orders and reports, tracking training and compliance, and maintaining organized filing systems. The position also supports procurement, data entry, and general administrative tasks, while ensuring proper documentation, health and safety compliance, and light custodial or maintenance needs as required.

Full Time, Non-Exempt Position
Located: On-Site, 4614 US-9; Plattsburgh NY
Hourly Rate of Pay:  $18.50

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• North Country Chamber of Commerce Discounts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following; other duties may be assigned.

• Schedule and coordinate appointments and tasks.
• Process purchase orders, track procurement, and prepare reports.
• Maintain records, training logs, and compliance documentation.
• Organize and manage filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Perform data entry and provide general administrative support.
• Review applications, prepare files, and ensure documentation accuracy.
• Assist clients with information, paperwork, and program navigation.
• Support office upkeep and light custodial or maintenance tasks.
• Travel is required between multiple JCEO locations.
• Attends all required training and meetings.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations, including Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Actively participates in JCEO’s Risk & Safety Committee, providing insights to ensure safe practices in service delivery and workplace operations.
• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, Inc.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and, six months of related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at hr@jceo.org.

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