Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Program Assistant - The work involves responsibility for assisting in the planning, implementation, organization, and conduct of agency programs. The incumbent performs a variety of tasks, both paraprofessional and clerical in nature, in assisting in the administration and coordination of agency programs. Additionally, the incumbent performs duties which require substantial time operating an alpha-numeric keyboard such as a typewriter, word processor, or personal computer. The work is performed in accordance with accepted policies and procedures under general supervision. Will supervise subordinate clerical staff. Does related work as required. <P> TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Performs routine administrative duties required for the implementation and coordination of agency programs; Organizes and maintains central filing systems and procedures; May assist in planning and administering in-service training programs; Expedites and participates in the preparation of various reports and the maintenance of records; Compiles payroll data and submits for payroll preparation and payment; Participates in the collection, tabulation, and analysis of statistical and financial data relevant to the various programs undertaken; Author routine correspondence required for the daily operation and implementation of the program undertaken; May supervise the daily work assignments of clerical workers assigned to the office as applicable. <P> FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: <LI> Good knowledge of the policies and objectives of department programs; Good knowledge of office terminology, procedures, and equipment; Working knowledge of administrative principles and practices; Ability to plan, implement and coordinate activities typically required in the administration of programs such as record keeping, report preparation and clerical supervision; Ability to operate an alpha-numeric keyboard at an acceptable rate of speed; Ability to understand oral and written instructions; Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships; Ability to clearly and effectively express oneself both orally and in written form; Good judgment; Ability to operate a personal computer and utilize common office software programs including word processing, spreadsheet, and database at an acceptable rate of accuracy and speed; Physical condition as necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. <P> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either: <LI> Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college with an associate's degree in business administration, secretarial sciences, or a related field including or supplemented by a course in the operation of an alpha-numeric keyboard; or <LI> Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two years of experience in public administration, business administration, or a related field including the operation of an alpha-numeric keyboard; or <LI> An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b) above. <P> The City of Binghamton is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce diversification. All new hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.