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Administrative Assistant
Utica, NY
- Position Status:
- Full Time
- Hours Per Week:
- 35
- Non-Exempt Salary:
- $35,000
- Travel Required:
- No
RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Collaborate and support Advocacy staff and projects as needed.
- Attend all Advocacy meetings and trainings while taking minutes.
- Provide back-up, information, and referral services. Complete intakes and enter them into database. Make referrals as needed.
- Provide back-up to receptionist as needed.
- Retain and file all correspondence as required to assist in maintaining complaint and up-to-date files.
Education and Experience
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. An associate’s degree is preferred.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Two years of clerical support and administrative experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Organizational and communication skills.
- Office machines including fax, copier, and scanner. Knowledge of ADP is preferred.
- Excellent customer service , organizational skills, oral and written communication.
Benefits
- PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity). Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays.
- Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available.
- Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year.
- 401K with up to 10% employer investment
- Heavily subsidized health insurance with co-pays. Vision and Dental insurance
- Monthly contribution towards dependent care (to offset childcare costs)
- Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection (LifeLock )
- Free covered parking
- Additional benefits available
Additional Information
A hard copy of your resume and cover letter may also be forwarded to: RCIL, P.O. Box 210, Utica, NY 13503-0210, Attention: Recruitment.
It is the policy of RCIL to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or accommodations to fully participate in the interview process, please contact the HR Recruiter at 315-272-2957. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a person’s disability.
RCIL promotes a scent/chemical free environment. To support this effort, we ask that all applicants refrain from wearing scented products while in the office.
RCIL is an equal opportunity employer and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
It is RCIL’s policy and agency standard that all employees participate in advocacy for Civil Rights and Agency activities. Apply today to make a difference!