Office Assistant: Geneva

Major Duties

• Support engineering staff with data entry, receiving/cataloging plans, and drafting form letters.
• Aid customers at the public walk-up window with applications, permits, and payments.
• Answer incoming calls, triage inquiries, and respond to emails.
• Receive and print water-quality reports and enter data into the DOH database.
• Provide office coverage during staff vacations, sick leave, and lunch breaks.
• Distribute incoming mail, maintain filing systems, and perform general office duties.

What We’re Looking For

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Professionalism when handling public inquiries.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Work authorization without future sponsorship requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with CEH specific programs (SDWIS, eHIPS).
• Experience handling payments or public-facing customer service.
• Prior administrative experience in government or engineering environments.

Pay & Schedule

Pay Rate: $23/hour
Contract Length: Through March 2027 with potential for extension.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:45 PM.

Parking

Parking: Free parking available.

Training

Training: Assignment-specific training will be provided on the job.

Application Instructions

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.

About the Role

This role involves managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, supporting a collaborative team responsible for reviewing plans, permits, and water-quality documentation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• We pay weekly through direct deposit.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:45 PM.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive priority placement.

Skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• We pay weekly through direct deposit.

Pay

Pay Rate: $23/hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:45 PM.

Custom Job ID

27-NY-PO3011.1