Front Desk Executive Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a vital executive administrative role where your organizational talents will directly support the leadership of a premier New York State agency. This influential public entity champions statewide wellness by overseeing healthcare standards, directing public health initiatives, and shaping policies that protect and improve the lives of nearly 20 million residents. For an ambitious professional, this is a unique gateway to securing long-term career stability, building elite resume credentials, and contributing to work that carries a genuine sense of civic purpose.

Who You Will Be Working With

You will closely partner with and support mission-driven executive leaders who direct critical state programs. This is a highly collaborative, fast-paced suite where clear communication, sharp adaptability, and a proactive mindset are deeply valued. If you thrive in a professional, high-visibility environment where your administrative foresight directly keeps operations running smoothly, you will fit right in.

The Peak Performers Difference

• Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive priority placement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Our employees may participate in a 403(b)-retirement plan.
• We pay weekly through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements.

Major Duties

• Manage daily calendars and coordinate meetings (virtual and in-person)
• Prepare reports, presentations, and format administrative documents
• Maintain accurate filing systems, logs, and data tracking tools
• Handle travel arrangements and process related documentation
• Sort and distribute incoming mail
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory
• Answer and route incoming phone calls

What We Are Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred
• At least two years of experience in a professional office setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, and SharePoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven reliability and stable work history
• Ability to handle multiple shifting priorities with ease
• Prior experience supporting executive-level staff preferred

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate : $22.00/hour
• Length of engagement : 1-year contract with the possibility of extension
• Days/Hours : Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (7.5 paid hours/day with a 30-minute unpaid lunch)
• Location : Albany, NY – Two openings available, one in zip code 12206 and one in 12210

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

Custom Job ID : 27-NY-PO3016.2

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