Administrative Assistant (BWC TEP)
New York City, NY - USA
Job Summary
Intro/Program Description: Goddard Riverside is working in collaboration with the New York City Department of
Youth and Community Development to alleviate the effects of poverty and provide opportunities by operating a
Beacon Community Center on the Upper Westside. Beacon Community Centers are in public schools throughout
New York City and serve youth from kindergarten through age 21 and adults ages 22 and older including Older
Adults. Beacons operate year-round on non-school hours weekdays evenings weekends and in the summer as a
resource to the entire community by offering integrated programming tailored to local needs. During the summer
Beacons collaborate with the New York City Public Schools for the Summer Rising initiative.
Program Description: Beacon Community Centers are in public schools throughout New York City and serve youth
from kindergarten through age 21 and adults ages 22 and older including Older Adults. Beacons operate year-round
on non-school hours weekdays evenings weekends and in the summer as a resource to the entire community by
offering integrated programming tailored to local needs. During the summer Beacons collaborate with the New
York City Public Schools for the Summer Rising initiative.
Purpose of Position: Administrative Assistant will work with the Program Coordinator/Director to ensure the office
is managed smoothly. Includes record-keeping data-entry managing receipts and supporting Youth Groups.
Schedule:Weekdays and Weekends July 1 2026 through August 28 6pm-10pm; Sat-Sun 3pm-10pm up to 35 hours per week
Pay: $25/h
Qualifications
Role Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Office Tasks (Manage attendance records Data Entry Copying Manage Program/Office Supplies Organize Expenditures (Receipts))
Maintenance Tasks (Sweeping mopping dusting general cleaning in office)
Support all areas of Summer Teen Expansion Program
Enforce program rules
Know and enforce ALL emergency procedures and follow all safety guidelines associated with all program areas
Foster a learning environment that stimulates childrens creative growth and development
Attend staff training weekly meetings and supervision meetings
Other duties as required and assigned by Program Director and Senior Leaders.
Demonstrate professionalism & leadership
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
Must be at least 16 years of age
Must have ability to work independently and collaboratively
Must have a sense of humor and a passion for youth development
Comfortable engaging youth
Must be able to pass background check.
CPR/First Aid Certification a plus
Skills Knowledge and Abilities
Familiarity with Social Services setting
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team member
Knowledge of Microsoft Office a plus
Physical Requirements
Frequent bending kneeling
Computer use
Work Environment:
Indoors
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organization.
Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion creed gender national origin age disability marital or veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and it is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials function of the job.
Required Experience:
Junior IC