• Front Desk Assistant

    Breaking Ground (New York, NY)


    ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

     

    Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

     

    But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

     

    Front Desk Assistant, Times Square

     

    Reporting to the Assistant Building Director, the Front Desk Assistant serves as the receptionist, directing clients, guests, and walk-ins to appropriate resources. The Front Desk Assistant maintains files, replenishes office supplies, assists with scheduling, and mail distribution.

     

    This position will be onsite, five days a week, Monday-Friday.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Answer and direct incoming calls

    + Greet guests, clients, tenants, and walk-ins and direct them to appropriate resources

    + Manage mail processing machine and postage meter and distribute incoming mail

    + Perform administrative duties ordering office supplies and submitting and tracking invoices

    + Perform other duties as assigned

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

    + High school diploma or equivalent

    + Minimum of 1 year of experience in administrative support or related position

    + Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

    + Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing in a fast-paced environment

    + Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality work product

    + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams

     

    EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

    Job Details

    Pay Type Hourly

    Hiring Min Rate 17.21 USD

     

    Hiring Max Rate 17.21 USD