About Alcoholics Anonymous

Founded in 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous World Services (A.A.W.S.) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and an international fellowship of people who have had a drinking problem. The Alcoholics Anonymous fellowship is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial, apolitical, and available almost everywhere. The General Service Office (G.S.O.) in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of New York City employs approximately 85 individuals (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and serves over 2 million members in the US and Canada.

Our mission at the G.S.O. is to support carrying the message of Alcoholics Anonymous to the still-suffering alcoholic by providing services to A.A. members, groups, and others; publishing and distributing A.A literature, preserving A.A. history, and sharing A.A.’s collective experience. Not only is our team incredibly mission-driven, but also tremendously supportive of each other as both colleagues and individuals.

Job Summary

The Staff Assistant provides administrative support and assistance to Staff Services assignments. This important role works directly with a Staff Member on a specific assignment such as Public Information, Communication with Professional Communities, and Corrections, and is responsible for completing tasks to ensure efficient operation of the assignment. Responsibilities include scheduling, research, internal and external communication, taking meeting minutes, reporting, organization and more.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong communication, administration and customer service skills to work with an amazing team supporting an important mission. The Staff Assistant reports to the Staff Services Manager with a dotted line reporting to the Staff Member on their assignment.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with the accurate preparation, assembly, transmittal and posting of committee agendas and background for General Service Board Weekends and the annual General Service Conference including distribution within stated deadlines.
• Organize procedures for new Area and District committee chairs (service assignments) including updating, preparation and distribution of welcome letters and distribution of service kits and displays with accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain and update various assignment-related lists and databases.
• Assist in the development, editing and distribution of Quarterly or Activity Update Reports distributed to the Fellowship.
• Maintain and update filing and data systems, including, the use of NetSuite, staying up to date with system changes.
• Assist in project and event management, including drafting and distribution of all related correspondence, event schedules, agendas, and event presentations and materials as well as provide on-site administrative support for G.S.O. events (the biannual World Service Meeting, Regional Forums, and the General Service Conference).
• Schedule meetings and when needed, provide administrative support.
• Monitor assignment correspondence, including managing and prioritizing emails and phone calls in a timely manner, and responding with accuracy to general or routine inquiries and requests.
• Contribute to team flexibility and efficiency by participating in training across assignments with the ability to identify the various roles and perform the essential tasks of other assignments.
• Conduct tours of the General Service Office to visitors from around the world in an enthusiastic and hospitable manner, interacting professionally with our guests and answering their questions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or bachelor’s degree in business-related field preferred but not required
• Minimum of 2 years of administrative experience required; experience with a non-profit organization is a plus
• Demonstrated strong computer skills including MS Office Products: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent writing, grammar, and proofreading skills required
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Thrives in a team-oriented environment
• High degree of attention to detail and discretion related to confidential matters
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle multiple demands in a timely fashion
• Responsible and dependable, excellent attendance is required
• Strong customer/guest relations and public speaking skills
• Availability for overtime and potentially travel when required

Location

This position is in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of New York City; we currently work a hybrid schedule of 3 days in office and 2 days remote.

Pay & Benefits

This is a salaried, non-exempt position with an annual pay rate of $50,000 plus approved overtime.

A.A.W.S. offers outstanding health benefits including majority employer paid medical, dental, and vision, an employer-funded health reimbursement account, long- and short-term disability, and life insurance. We offer generous paid time off including vacation days, sick days, personal days, and paid holidays. Additional benefits include a 403(b) plan with employer contribution, tuition reimbursement program, and salary continuation program, all of which are available after 12 months of employment.

Applying

Click the “Apply” button below to complete our application and please include a cover letter telling us more about your skills and interest in working with us. We look forward to hearing from you!

A.A.W.S. is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to humanresources@aa.org or 212-870-3138.

A.A.W.S. is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, ability, age, height, weight or veteran status.