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Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Administrative Support Specialist in Various NY/NJ PA Locations, New York

Description

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will perform a variety of highly responsible secretarial and administrative duties and must be able to work independently on assignments that require judgment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Preparing correspondence, scheduling meetings, coordinate calendars using Outlook.

  • Answer/screen and direct calls providing the best customer service to all callers.

  • Arrange video teleconference meetings.

  • Reviewing, prioritizing, and maintaining a log of incoming/outgoing correspondence

  • Maintaining files and a follow-up system

  • Originating and compiling related statistical data, summaries, and reports.

  • Monthly reconciliation of facility procurement cards statements

  • Following up on issues to meet deadlines.

  • Organizing travel arrangements when required and preparing appropriate business trip authorizations.

  • Assisting management in the preparation of presentation materials, reports, letters, etc

  • Ordering supplies and maintaining stockroom

  • Performing special assignments as required, which may include but not be limited to backing up other clerical staff in their functions, including timekeeping entries in PeopleSoft, purchasing/bill payment via SAP, and manifesting of revenue.

A more detail description will be provided at the time of interview.

Qualifications:

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

  • Candidates must possess the following qualifications in order to be considered:

  • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

  • Three to five years clerical/secretarial work experience.

  • Ability to work independently and handle several tasks simultaneously with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

  • Thorough and comprehensive knowledge of office practices, organizational structure, policies, and procedures as they relate to administrative functions.

  • Ability to write, edit, and proofread correspondence for executive management's signature.

  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills interacting effectively with staff at all levels and outside agencies.

  • Must possess strong working knowledge and experience with PC-based applications such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PeopleSoft and SAP.

Additional Information:

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the Port Authority's Administrative Testing Series (ATS) that consist of: 1) A Software Proficiency: 2) Microsoft Word, 3) Excel, and Outlook.

This bulletin is to build a pool for future administrative vacancies. Candidates will be contacted as vacancies become available.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive salary, an outstanding benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

Note: All Permanent/probationary/or temporary Port Authority or PATH employee, must apply to this position internally.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted and subject to a comprehensive background check.

REQNUMBER: 60662

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