Office Manager

Office Manager

About Us: Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

Located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, the Continental Safe Haven is comprised of 145 beds for individuals not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, as well as those who may have struggled in other housing programs. Continental Safe Haven offers an alternative to life on the street: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodation. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet the needs of its residents and to help those ready to move into secure permanent housing.

Breaking Ground embraces a housing first and harm reduction philosophy with an aim at helping residents secure appropriate permanent housing. Reporting to the Program Director, the Office Manager contributes to ending homelessness by acting as a liaison for Breaking Ground staff, the community, and clients who are chronically street homeless. The Office Manager is responsible for welcoming guests; bookkeeping which includes petty cash, check requisitions and billing; scheduling; taking meeting notes; maintaining filing systems; writing letters and other correspondence; and maintaining client data.

This is a 35 hour work week. This position travels to multiple locations.

Essential Duties:

• Greet guests, direct them to appropriate staff, and provide information
• Maintain petty cash, billing, check requests, and Metro cards
• Maintain facility and staff activity calendars
• Track vacations
• Keep an updated file of vendors
• Order and track supplies
• Maintain filing system including client data
• Order and keep an inventory of office supplies
• Answer phones, direct calls, and take messages
• Attend meetings and take notes
• Coordinate events
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic team environment and willingness to shift easily between various responsibilities with diverse populations
• Preferred: bilingual in Spanish and English
• Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver's license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground is preferred

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled