Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant The Department of City Planning (DCP) plans for the future of New York City, working to create thriving and dynamic neighborhoods with access to housing and jobs, resilient infrastructure, and a vibrant public realm. The Department engages communities to develop inclusive plans, expands housing access and economic opportunity, and plans for long-term sustainability. DCP supports the City Planning Commission in its annual review of hundreds of land use applications. The Department also advises on citywide strategic and capital planning, analyzes data, conducts policy analysis, and creates open data and civic engagement tools. The Department of City Planning offers staff meaningful opportunities to help shape the future of New York City and address some of its most pressing challenges. The Department values public service, collaboration, and creativity, and supports professional development. The Executive Assistant will support the executive team by performing senior administrative work and other related general office duties, with latitude for independent judgment, including but not limited to the following: Performs administrative work, including managing the executive team calendars, scheduling appointments, answering the telephone, referring, and routing calls, answering routine questions, and other general office work. Coordinate communications between multiple stakeholders; including agency staff, sister agencies, commissioners, and the mayor's office. Utilizes Microsoft Office to perform complex word processing assignments involving independent performance of work, such as setting up and/or completing assignments that require the application of other than standard document or file formats; may perform data entry functions. Proactively distributes or collects materials in preparation for meetings and post-meeting follow-ups, may assist with the preparation of materials for speaking engagements and presentations. Updates and maintains a list of critical contacts; prepares and edits correspondence, reports, and presentations. Makes travel arrangements and manages travel reimbursements. Sorting and filing mail for Exec Office and General Counsel, assist with Chair Correspondence. Provides backup administrative support to fellow Executive Assistant's as needed within the Executive Office. Manages special projects and initiatives as assigned by supervisor, and or executive team. Perform administrative duties for Employee Engagement Program. Provide coverage to Reception Desk as needed. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. The NYC Department of City Planning does not offer sponsorship, of any kind, for any type of employment opportunity. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all minimum qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation during your visit or have questions regarding the accessibility of our facilities, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io at least three business days prior to your arrival.