New York State Department of Health · 2 days ago
Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) - 6535
Saranac Lake, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$16/hr - $16/hrNew York State Department of Health is focused on improving public health and is seeking seasonal Office Assistant 1 (Keyboarding) staff to support their mission. The role involves performing various administrative functions such as answering phones, sorting mail, and data entry, providing valuable real-world experience in public health.
Health Care
No H1B
Responsibilities
Performing a variety of administrative functions during New York State’s summer season and beyond
Assist CEH district office environmental health staff by performing a variety of critical administrative support functions
Answering office telephones
Triaging calls
Sorting and distributing mail
Filing documents
Maintaining office file systems
Performing data entry
Qualification
Preferred
The preferred candidate will be interested in exploring a career in public/environmental health
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective problem solving skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other computer programs as needed
Company
New York State Department of Health
To protect, improve and promote the health, productivity and well-being of all New Yorkers.
Founded in 1901
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amy Gildemeister
Associate Director of Nutrition Policy and Partnership
Lindsay Redmond
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