Administrative Assistant Series, Maintenance (Buses)

Description

Job Information

Administrative Assistant Series Maintenance (Buses)
First Date of Posting: 8/30/2023
Last Date of Posting: 9/20/2023
Authority: OA/MTA Bus
Department: Buses               
Division/Unit: Maintenance, Support & Engineering/Business Planning & Administration
Reports to: Various          
Work Location:  Various     
Hours of Work: As Required

Compensation

Salary Range:

Senior Administrative Assistant (OA - Represented by TWU): Min: $71,826 - Max: $95,451
                                                                                                 (New Hire Rate $62,458)
Administrative Associate (OA - Represented by TWU) : Min: $64,925 - Max: $82,065
                                                                                        (New Hire Rate: $56,456)
Administrative Assistant (OA - Represented by TWU) : Min: $58,031 - Max: $73,913
                                                                                       (New Hire Rate: $50,459)

Senior Administrative Associate (MTA Bus - Represented by TWU) : Min: $59,420– Max: $75.109
Administrative Associate (MTA Bus - Represented by TWU) : Min: $53,109 – Max: $67,649
Administrative Assistant (MTA Bus - Represented by TWU) : Min: $48,152 – Max: $65,731

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for performing the day-to-day administrative duties. The incumbent will perform data entry of attendance into timekeeping systems, process payroll adjustments and discrepancies and conduct payroll/timekeeping audits as required by management. Maintain bereavement, military, and jury duty logs. File personnel records and non-revenue vehicle related records for the Support Fleet Services department. Organize, secure and purge personnel and vehicle maintenance files. Track files taken for review by Legal or other authorized personnel/departments. Organize paper documents/files to be stored onsite and ultimately offsite. Prepare timecards for employees who are paid on an hourly basis. Provide administrative support to departmental staff including but not limited to answering phones, contacting various agencies, responding to routine questions, scheduling meeting, and preparing materials for meeting.

Education and Experience

Senior Administrative Assistant

1. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college AND two (2) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid experience in a government agency, business firm, civic organization, or educational institution, conducting administrative or management studies, or assisting an executive in directing the administration of a large organizational segment, or directing or coordinating the administration of several small organizational segments, or performing any appropriate combination of these duties; OR
2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or completion of two (2) years of study (60 credits) at an accredited college AND four (4) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described in 1 above; OR
3. A high school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described in 1 above; OR
4. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However, all candidates must possess the two (2) years of administrative experience as described above. 

Administrative Associate

1. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college AND one (1) year of satisfactory responsible full-time paid experience in a government agency, business firm, civic organization, or educational institution, conducting administrative or management studies, or assisting an executive in directing the administration of a large organizational segment, or directing or coordinating the administration of several small organizational segments, or performing any appropriate combination of these duties; OR
2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or completion of two (2) years of study (60 credits) at an accredited college AND three (3) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described in 1 above; OR
3. A high school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described in 1 above; OR
4. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However, all candidates must possess the one (1) year of administrative experience as described above.

Administrative Assistant

1. A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college; OR

2. An associate degree from an accredited college or completion of two (2) years of study (60 credits) at an accredited college and two (2) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described above; OR

3. A high school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of satisfactory responsible full-time paid clerical experience, at least one (1) year of which must have been in an administrative capacity as described above; OR

4. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. However, all candidates must possess the one (1) year of administrative experience as described above.

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated experience performing administrative work and ability to meet deadlines and exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Excellent written, verbal, and grammatical skills.
• Familiarity with the agency’s organization, functions, programs, policies, and work procedures is desirable.
• Strong PC skills, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.
• Ability to interface effectively with senior management, staff, MTA affiliates, and external organizations.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse background, experiences, and abilities, including military service members to apply.