Executive Assistant for Utility Consumer Advocacy Organization

Public Utility Law Project of New York

We are a dynamic, progressive, not-for-profit law firm seeking a seasoned administrative professional to assist the Executive Director in triaging, delegating, and answering email; scheduling/setting appointments; making travel arrangements; and other clerical tasks as the need arises.

This is a fulltime, newly created position.

This is a Confidential Clerical position; discretion, good judgement, and impeccable manners are required. You will be corresponding on behalf of the Executive Director and scheduling on their behalf; you will be representing the E.D. in outward-facing transactions, and to that extent be the face of our organization.

Required skills and experience:

• Five or more years in a professional clerical/administrative role with references thereto;
• Ability to work independently and provide a detailed account of tasks performed during work periods;
• Residency in NYS;
• Professional demeanor and appearance;
• Experience with State and Federal Government and/or Agencies is a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

The position is currently remote/hybrid, so attendant discipline and time management skills are required. The position may become office-based at any time in the future, or for interim periods as needed. Staff may occasionally be required to travel or work in an office setting based on specific project needs.

A generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, employer-funded retirement account, standard federal/state vacation days and time off. Annual salary will fall within the range of $55K - $65K annually and will be determined based upon experience.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Two writing samples; these may be correspondence, expository, or academic in nature
4. Three professional references
5. Salary requirement

Email to forkas@utilityproject.org

REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION OF YOUR APPLICATION IS CONTINGENT UPON THE INCLUSION OF ALL FIVE ITEMS LISTED ABOVE.

About the Public Utility Law Project (“PULP”): Founded in 1981, PULP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that advocates for universal service, affordability, and customer protections for New York State utility consumers. PULP offers people ways to get help and speak out about utility issues that affect them and their communities. PULP has a proud history of protecting, empowering, and representing New York’s low-income utility consumers.

PULP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.