Remote Program Assistant - Safety & Justice
at LISC - Local Initiatives Support Corporation

Summary

Join a talented team dedicated to working to support communities across the country in advancing equitable public safety and community development initiatives as a Program Assistant.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years of professional administrative experience preferred; degree may substitute up to two (2) years’ experience
• Strong communication and relationship management skills for interacting with colleagues, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders
• Experience analyzing and organizing quantitative data, including financial data
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks and projects and execute deliverables with accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Comfortable learning new technology and software
• Available for periodic travel to NYC office and national meetings

Responsibilities

• Work closely with colleagues across the team to administer federal, state, local, and private pass-through funding to include reviewing and understanding funder agreements, helping structure subgrant awards, and preparing reports to track funding outputs and outcomes
• In partnership with colleagues across the team, assist with various finance and accounts payable functions such as reviewing and processing financial reports, invoices/disbursements, office supply/event orders, expense reports, and corporate credit card statements
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors, including setting up vendor profiles, structuring deliverable schedules, processing invoices/disbursements, and tracking payment status
• Work closely with colleagues to respond to needs from operational supporting teams such as finance, accounting and grants and contracts management, often working directly with those internal teams
• Manage the Safety & Justice calendar, including scheduling meetings and coordinating travel arrangements
• Manage logistics for internal and external meetings, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and material distribution
• Prepare and organize materials for meetings, presentations, and conferences, including developing agendas and maintaining minutes
• Assist in drafting and proofreading contracts, funding proposals, and other materials
• Administer, track, and update partner impact reports and communication materials used to promote community safety programming
• Manage special projects, involving research, data analysis, or coordination with other LISC departments
• Utilize web-based applications for project management, file organization, and communication with internal and external partners
• Participate in National LISC meetings and external events as required
• Assist Safety & Justice team members with coordinating and providing logistical support for internal and external presentations such as webinars and trainings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or relevant work experience
• Demonstrated work in business administration, criminal justice, community development, public administration, public health, or a related field

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family's well-being
• Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind
• Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans
• Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate
• Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance
• Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program
• Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team
• Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals