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The Senate Programs team is seeking two multi-skilled individuals, proficient in Microsoft Office, to provide support to the various programs run by the Senate Services Department to benefit State Senators and students throughout New York State. These programs include, but are not limited to, Summer Reading, Graduation Certificates, Youth Leadership Recognition Awards, Lyme & Tick Awareness, and more.Interested candidates must have a high school degree, or the equivalent, and must submit a cover letter with their resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include a cover letter will not be considered.Senate Program Assistants work with other departments to publicize these programs, secure Senators participation, perform outreach to schools, coordinate materials as needed for various programs, and report on program status to the Director of Senate Services.Program Assistants work in a team environment and coordinate daily with other members of the Senate Services Department, local schools, and Senators staff to stay organized ensure programs are successfully managed.Responsibilities include:Answering calls/emails from staff in a timely fashionPlanning and executing program details as provided by the Director of Senate ServicesUtilizing appropriate computer systems to perform outreach and create organized lists for program detailsMaintaining close working relationships with other Senate DepartmentsWorking with Program Coordinators on the team to perform outreach, problem solve, brainstorm new ideas, and assist on larger Senate-wide programsMeeting attendance requirements as established by the officePerforming other duties including: proofing documents for programs, setting-up spreadsheets with program details, and additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Senate ServicesThe salary range is $35,000 to $40,000, commensurate with experience.Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.This recruitment will remain open until filled.The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveRetirement planSick timeTuition reimbursementVision insuranceWellness ProgramThe New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.