HOME/LIFE SERVICES INC. · 1 day ago
Special Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expHome/Life Services Inc. is seeking a high-caliber, mission-driven professional to serve as the inaugural Special Assistant to the CEO. This strategic role involves supporting the CEO and executive team, conducting policy research, and managing special projects within the organization.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Serve as a force-multiplier for the CEO, ensuring their time is focused on the highest-priority strategic initiatives
Act as a central nervous system for the newly expanded executive suite. You will support the CFO, COO, and GC on cross-functional projects, ensuring that the CEO’s vision is translated into actionable results across departments
Prepare the CEO for all high-stakes meetings (City officials, Board of Directors, community partners) by drafting briefings, talking points, and strategic agendas
Conduct deep-dive research on NYC housing regulations, legislative changes, and social service trends to inform executive decision-making
As the first person in this role, you will help design the systems and workflows for how the Executive Office interacts with the broader organization
Lead "special projects" that fall between departmental silos—ranging from the implementation of new organizational technologies to the development of new programmatic pilots
Draft sophisticated correspondence, Board reports, and policy memos on behalf of the CEO
Serve as a diplomatic bridge between the Executive Team and site-level staff, ensuring organizational culture and goals are communicated effectively across all facilities
Assist the General Counsel and CEO in responding to urgent operational or legal matters with speed and discretion
Oversee the CEO’s calendar not just for logistics, but for strategic alignment with organizational priorities. Support other executive team members with scheduling needs
Handle administrative tasks including filing, generating reports, managing mail, and ensuring all tracking sheets are up to date
Design and maintain tracking systems (project management tools) to ensure no executive-level deliverable falls through the cracks
Perform necessary clerical duties such as scanning, photocopying, and responding to inquiries
Help organize and execute team activities, including staff meetings, social events, and off-site retreats
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required
2+ years of professional experience in relevant environments (e.g., government, legal, management consulting, or large-scale non-profit operations)
Exceptional Intellectual Curiosity
Advanced Writing Skills
High Emotional Intelligence
Career Ambition
Resilience: Ability to serve as an 'essential employee,' responding to the dynamic needs of a 24/7 shelter provider in NYC
Preferred
Master's (MPA, MPH, MPP) or JD candidates (including those taking a gap before/after law school) are highly encouraged to apply
Expert-level proficiency in project management tools preferred
Company
HOME/LIFE SERVICES INC.
Home/Life Services, Inc.
Founded in 1995Brooklyn, New York, US
501-1000 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase