General Business Office Technician

Title - General Business Office Technician


Location - Central Office, Castleton, NY


Intro


Here at Questar III BOCES, we believe in changing lives, realizing dreams and doing together what can't be done alone. Our vision is that of creating a student-centered culture and putting students first. Our core values include a commitment to excellence by honing our craftsmanship to deliver high-quality work, a commitment to leadership & service by moving the organization, departments and school districts forward by exceeding client expectations, and a commitment to innovation by creating programs and services to address client needs AND by continuously improving our programs and operations. We believe that organizational excellence is best achieved when leadership is reflective of our diverse society.


About the Job


We are looking for a versatile and organized General Business Office Technician to keep our daily operations running like a well-oiled machine. In this role, you aren't just a "paper pusher"-you are the hub of the team . You'll handle everything from digital data management and basic bookkeeping to coordinating logistics and providing frontline administrative support. If you are a proactive problem-solver who enjoys a mix of technical tasks and interpersonal interaction, you'll fit right in.


Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Coordinate schedules, and handle incoming/outgoing correspondence (email and physical mail).
• Data & Documentation: Maintain accurate digital and physical filing systems. Perform high-volume data entry with a focus on precision and confidentiality.
• Financial Assistance: Support the accounting team with basic bookkeeping tasks, such as processing invoices, preparing expense reports, accounts receivable tracking & Spreadsheets.
• Project Coordination: Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and meeting materials using the Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in an office environment or administrative role.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and cloud-based collaboration tools. Familiarity with QuickBooks or similar software is a plus.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. You should be able to explain a technical hiccup to a coworker just as easily as you draft a professional email.
• Organization: The ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment without letting details slip through the cracks.

Columbia County Civil Service residency requirements will apply (must be a resident of Albany, Rensselaer, Columbia, Greene, Ulster or Dutchess County at time of hire).


Questar III BOCES offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including enrollment in the New York State Employees Retirement Pension System. For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit