About the Role
The successful candidate will support the Director of the Tunnels, Bridges and Terminals Department and TB&T’s front office functions to ensure the efficient operation of the department. This role involves developing a comprehensive understanding of TB&T's business, coordinating review and editing of materials for the Director, tracking follow-ups, and serving as a central point for information. The candidate will also act as a key business ally for central office and facility staff, performing diverse administrative duties.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the Director’s calendar, confirming availability and setting up meetings and events.
- Prepare documents and agendas for meetings.
- Cover the Director’s phone line, taking messages and providing follow-ups.
- Review and edit all correspondence, forms, and documents reviewed and signed off by the Director.
- Liaise with the Offices of the Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and other key executive and senior staff.
- Screen, handle, and refer internal and external inquiries to the appropriate parties.
- Read, prioritize, and distribute highly confidential and sensitive mail.
- Manage and maintain the Director's filing and follow-up system.
- Perform timekeeping functions using PeopleSoft and run necessary reports.
- Process invoices and service requests using SAP.
- Make travel arrangements and process business trip authorizations and expense reports using SAP.
- Provide guidance to staff on various day-to-day matters.
- Collaborate with staff across the department to complete tasks and initiatives.
- Work extended hours as necessary.
Requirements
- Five years of secretarial or administrative assistant experience.
- Strong ability to write memoranda, emails, and correspondence.
- Strong ability to proofread, verify, and review documents for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with standards, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, and PeopleSoft.
Skills
- Knowledge of Port Authority organizational structure, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to use initiative and independent judgment to strategize and anticipate informational needs.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to identify, resolve, and complete high-level, time-sensitive, and confidential matters within deadlines.
- Flexibility, initiative, and ability to work independently.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal staff and external professionals.
- Ability to present clear information to top management.
- Ability to be flexible and multi-task effectively.
Location
- 4 WTC
Work Type
- Hybrid (maximum one day per week remote)
Experience Level
- 5 years of experience
Salary/Compensations
- Minimum: $73,658
- Midpoint: $95,742
- Maximum: $117,832
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement
About the Company
- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.
