Part Time Administrative Assistant, NYSUT Member Benefits (on-site /daytime)

Overview

NYSUT Member Benefits is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant with customer service experience to work Part Time during business hours (9AM to 5 PM) Monday through Friday supporting operations in the Member Benefits Department. This onsite position is located at NYSUT Headquarters in Latham, New York.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support, including but not limited to the following:
• Support for office operations.
• Answer incoming calls.
• Prepares documents, organizes/maintains files and maintains data bases.
• Meeting, workshop, and conference support.
• Works under immediate supervision using pre-established office guidelines and timelines to perform the functions of the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent member service and communication skills.
• Must take initiative and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Works effectively as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent, and either an advanced degree or a minimum of two years experience in the field or related administrative area.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office 365 including Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook

NYSUT- Who are we?

NYSUT is a statewide labor organization affiliated with more than 1,200 local unions, each representing its own members. NYSUT is affiliated with two national unions, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and the National Education Association (NEA). NYSUT represents nearly 700,000 people who work in, or are retired from, New York's schools, colleges, and healthcare facilities, including teachers, teacher aides and assistants, college and university faculty and professional staff, school bus drivers, custodians, secretaries, cafeteria workers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. NYSUT’s policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by the law. At NYSUT, we believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued.

NYSUT is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. NYSUT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ people are encouraged to apply.

Why Should You Apply?

• Part Time PTO plan
• Work-life balance
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a diverse group of experienced professionals
• Opportunity to work in a highly respected organization, make a meaningful difference in the lives of working people, and be a proud part of the labor movement at the local, state, and national levels.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to hr@nysut.org by June 20th , 2024

www.nysut.org

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person