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Program Assistant

  • Syracuse
  • Administrative, Secretarial & Clerical
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Mar 17 2026
  • Volunteer Programs
  • State of New York
  • TH Staff Assistant 1, NSSL2
  • 87605
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

The Program Assistant supports a wide range of administrative operational tasks such as volunteer onboarding, job shadow processing, volunteer records management, and daily office communications with volunteers and the public. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to stay steady and gracious in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions. This skill set must be in tandem with the ability and desire to support individual volunteers in their Upstate experience. This team member will bring empathy, kindness, and a service-oriented mindset to every interaction, reflecting our department’s philosophy and values.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree and three years of relevant administrative experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal, computer, and organizational skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Work Days:

Monday-Friday 8- 4:30

Message to Applicants:

 

Recruitment Office: Human Resources

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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