What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Clerk position at NYS Senate?
The New York State Senate Personnel Office is seeking applications for a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join our team. The professional for this Administrative Clerk role will be responsible for creating a positive first impression for all visitors and employees alike, both in person and over the phone.
In this dynamic role, you will:
- Provide administrative support to office staff and management
- Answer, screen, and direct all incoming phone calls
- Interact with visitors by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them accordingly
- Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail
To be considered, you must:
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Be proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office
- Have the ability to work well with a variety of people and situations
- Thrive working in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
- Be comfortable handling numerous incoming calls simultaneously
- Have demonstrated skills in greeting visitors courteously and professionally
- Have a high school diploma or higher
Salary range is $40,000 to $45,000, commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Sick time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness Program
The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000