Cornell University

Cornell University

Army Emergency Relief/Information & Referral Administrative Assistant - Fort Drum, NY

New York State (Other) · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 34 days ago
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About the role

  • Will appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS: PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING All applicants must apply by close of day on July 7, 2026 to be considered for this position.
  • All applicants must submit an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain all Army Emergency Relief and Information and Referral Program administrative files and statistical data and generate reports as needed.
  • Provide support to other educators (i.e. filing, copying, formatting correspondence) as directed by Issue Leader and Fort Drum Program Managers.
  • Provide support with all correspondence as needed (letters, meeting materials and agendas, etc.).
  • Perform other general office duties as needed/assigned.
  • Maintain effective professional relationships with other agencies, businesses, and the public to promote efficient utilization of resources, prevent duplication or services, and support the mission and objective outlined in the Fort Drum agreement.
  • Maintain military and civilian networks for purposes of communication.
  • Maintain volunteer hours as appropriate and submit reports.
  • Assist in collecting evaluation data from program participants and support the Army Emergency Relief and Information and Referral Program Managers to conduct on-going assessments of Soldier and family need for program assistance.
  • In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes and Association priorities.
  • Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Experience relevant to the role of the position.
  • Valid NYS Driver's License and the ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
  • Record minutes of required meetings, and provide meeting materials as needed.
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Education.
  • Ability to work flexible hours which may include evenings and/or weekends, as appropriate.

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of Information and Referral guidelines, procedures and policies.
  • Knowledge of Army Emergency Relief guidelines, procedures and policies.
  • Knowledge of community, social and human service organizations, employment services and resources.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize program resources within the Fort Drum and general community.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse ages, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through oral, written and visual means.
  • Demonstrated ability to use telephone systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality when required.

Benefits

  • This position, based on eligibility, offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include: health and dental insurance, retirement, vacation, sick and personal leave.
  • Work with Issue Leader and Information and Fort Drum Program Managers to create program flyers, brochures, educational materials, and other special projects as needed.
  • Health and Safety - Applied to all duties and functions.

Company info

  • Contract College Contact Name:
  • Jerilynn Cross
  • Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.
  • Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.
  • This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.
  • Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement.
  • This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
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