Special Assistant to the Borough President

About the role

The Special Assistant to the Borough President supports the Borough President's daily responsibilities and responsiveness, including and not limited to preparing the conference room space(s) for executive meetings, monitoring and supporting timely arrivals and departures from the office and events for the principal, and performing administrative and clerical duties as needed. The incumbent assists in calendar management, travel coordination and correspondence. This position is fast paced, requiring very close attention to detail, and strictest level of confidence and privacy. Daily responsibilities: - Operate a multi-line telephone switchboard to answer, screen, and direct incoming calls. - Greet and assist all visitors, and maintain the appearance of Borough President's office, conference rooms, and executive suite. - Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and internal messages. - Ensure that the Executive suite area is clean, welcoming, and presentable. - Keep accurate account of the Borough President's Day with assistance from the scheduling department. - Perform basic clerical tasks including filing, copying, and data entry. - Draft documents, memorandums and emails on behalf of the Executive office. - Other administrative or office-related duties as assigned. Work Environment - This is an on-site position located at the Bronx Borough President's Office. - Candidates must be able to work standard office hours and occasional evenings, or weekend events as needed. - The Special Assistant must demonstrate punctuality, accountability, and the ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with care. Salary range: $43,702 - $ 65,000 SECRETARY TO THE PRESIDENT - 12882 There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.