Job Description
About NYC Health + Hospitals
Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
4:00 P.M – 12:00 A.M
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose of Position:
Under supervision, perform typing, secretarial, and related office activities, utilizing manual and automated office systems; duties may include employee supervision. All personnel perform related work.
Under supervision, performs moderately difficult secretarial, typing, related office and/or supervisory duties, with latitude for independent judgment.
Examples of Typical Tasks:
Performs the duties of Assignment Level IIa:
1. Performs responsible typing and word processing work, such as typing routine letters, varying details to suit circumstances.
2. May instruct a small group engaged in the performance of typing, word processing, and office operations.
3. Performs secretarial work, including scheduling appointments and other general office work.
4. Performs typing work including copy typing from rough or clear drafts, typing statistical tables, and typing transcription from tapes and varityping.
5. Performs basic word processing assignments using word processing equipment or other automated office equipment; may perform basic entry functions.
6. Reviews and corrects typed material ensure correct spelling, syllabification, punctuation and proper format.
7. May respond to routine telephone calls; refers calls, and visitors to appropriate staff.
8. In the temporary absence of the supervisor, may perform his/her supervisory duties not in excess of 30 days or 210 hours in a calendar year.
In addition to performing duties of Assignment Level IIa, as described above, performs more difficult duties as follows:
1. Serves as secretary to a high-level employee relieving principal of routine duties and performs general office work.
including scheduling appointments.
2. Utilizing automated office systems, performs complex word processing assignments, involving independent
performance of work such as setting-up and/or performing assignments, which require the application of other than
standard documents or file formats; trains staff performing lower-level word processing work.
3. Supervises and trains subordinate staff or a unit or group(s) engaged in typing, word processing, secretarial and
office duties.
4. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinates, and is generally responsible for the satisfactory completion
of the work performed in the unit or group(s).
5. Serves as principal assistant to a supervisor of a larger section, or unit engaged in secretarial, typing, word
processing and office activities.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High School diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a
recognized accredited organization.
Skills Requirement:
Ability to type at a minimum rate of 35 words per minute.
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
College Savings Program
Union Benefits for eligible titles
Multiple employee discounts programs
Commuter Benefits Programs
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
4:00 P.M – 12:00 A.M
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose of Position:
Under supervision, perform typing, secretarial, and related office activities, utilizing manual and automated office systems; duties may include employee supervision. All personnel perform related work.
Under supervision, performs moderately difficult secretarial, typing, related office and/or supervisory duties, with latitude for independent judgment.
Examples of Typical Tasks:
Performs the duties of Assignment Level IIa:
1. Performs responsible typing and word processing work, such as typing routine letters, varying details to suit circumstances.
2. May instruct a small group engaged in the performance of typing, word processing, and office operations.
3. Performs secretarial work, including scheduling appointments and other general office work.
4. Performs typing work including copy typing from rough or clear drafts, typing statistical tables, and typing transcription from tapes and varityping.
5. Performs basic word processing assignments using word processing equipment or other automated office equipment; may perform basic entry functions.
6. Reviews and corrects typed material ensure correct spelling, syllabification, punctuation and proper format.
7. May respond to routine telephone calls; refers calls, and visitors to appropriate staff.
8. In the temporary absence of the supervisor, may perform his/her supervisory duties not in excess of 30 days or 210 hours in a calendar year.
In addition to performing duties of Assignment Level IIa, as described above, performs more difficult duties as follows:
1. Serves as secretary to a high-level employee relieving principal of routine duties and performs general office work.
including scheduling appointments.
2. Utilizing automated office systems, performs complex word processing assignments, involving independent
performance of work such as setting-up and/or performing assignments, which require the application of other than
standard documents or file formats; trains staff performing lower-level word processing work.
3. Supervises and trains subordinate staff or a unit or group(s) engaged in typing, word processing, secretarial and
office duties.
4. Plans, assigns, and reviews the work of subordinates, and is generally responsible for the satisfactory completion
of the work performed in the unit or group(s).
5. Serves as principal assistant to a supervisor of a larger section, or unit engaged in secretarial, typing, word
processing and office activities.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High School diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State’s Department of Education or a
recognized accredited organization.
Skills Requirement:
Ability to type at a minimum rate of 35 words per minute.
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
College Savings Program
Union Benefits for eligible titles
Multiple employee discounts programs
Commuter Benefits Programs
How To Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Secretary - Level IIIa (Provisional Appointment) position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
