Administrative Assistant - Broadview at Purchase College

Broadview at Purchase College

GENERAL SUMMARY:

A unique opportunity exists to join a team in creating a vibrant senior learning community on the campus of Purchase College, State University of New York. The residents of this university-based retirement community will be able to enjoy the many amenities of the college including the renowned Neuberger Museum of Art, the Performing Arts Center, the academic and athletic facilities, and the park-like campus. They will be able to enjoy all these benefits while living in a village designed specifically for their interests and needs. As part of the Purchase College community, Broadview residents will enjoy both formal and informal programming and collaborative opportunities designed to promote intergenerational engagement with members of the college community, ranging from classes and mentoring to providing employment opportunities for students. Broadview will offer the full continuum of services, inclusive of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. 

INCLUSIVE AND COLLABORATIVE CULTURE: 

We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Diversity is the commitment to a community of equity and access through the acceptance of all aspects of human difference. This includes but is not limited to age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression and identity, language heritage, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, status as a veteran and worldview. Broadview at Purchase College is proud to be SAGE CARE certified, and all employees will be provided with SAGE CARE training. Broadview at Purchase College is committed to integrating various cultural and social perspectives to engender excellence and to creating a collaborative culture in order to provide an exceptional experience for every employee and resident.

 POSITION SUMMARY:

The successful Administrative Assistant must first and foremost be extremely reliable, pro-active and have superior customer service skills. This position requires a responsible individual who can commit to being at work, on time and who has at least 5 or more years previous experience working in the customer service field. Knowledge of facilities is a plus

Salary Range for this opportunity is $19.00 - $21.50 per hour

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in experienced in carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical work, HVAC, and general building maintenance etc.

• High school diploma/GED 

• Must possess a current, clear and valid driver’s license.

• The ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.

• Manage all communication methods (emails, phone, mail, work order software, etc.), answer all incoming calls; take and deliver incoming messages as directed.

• Schedule and follow – up on all resident maintenance issues regarding their apartment.

• Communicate information to staff as needed, maintain confidentiality and be a trusted team member.

• Manage an active, comprehensive calendar and coordinate all logistics.

• Anticipate the needs of the Manager and constantly maintain flexibility to handle anything that may arise throughout the day; maintain an excellent track-record of follow-up to detail.

• Ability to multi-task without getting overwhelmed.

• Independent problem solver, who works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work

• Must be Proficient and have advanced Excel skills.

PHSYICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical activities of the position may include:

• Lifts and carries up to 50lbs. with assistance occasionally 
• Pushes and pulls up to 50lbs. with assistance occasionally 
• climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally 
• reaches, bends and twists occasionally 
• sits, stands, and walks frequently

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off 
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Reduced price employee meals