Advanced Administrative Grants Assistant: Albany

Advanced Administrative Grants Assistant:
Albany

Loading... Peak Performers is seeking a focused, motivated, and highly organized Assistant to join our Central Office Team. Working directly under the Assistant Director, this role serves as a high-level operational partner, ensuring smooth workflows across contracts, procurements, and unit administration. No prior grants, contracts, or specialized legal experience is required. We are looking for an adaptable self-starter with strong tech skills who can quickly absorb new subject matter, read and understand contract language, and deliver high-level administrative support.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage available from the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
• Participation in a403(b)-retirement plan.
• Priority placement for qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities.
• Weekly payments through direct deposit.
• In business since 1994 with thousands of successful job placements.

• Contract & Procurement Support: Review, organize, and track solicitations, contracts, and proposals to ensure compliance with basic contract language and legal/procurement requirements.
• Systems & Workflow Management: Streamline unit operations, maintain structured filing systems, and keep complex tracking spreadsheets up to date.
• Administrative & Evaluation Coordination: Manage evaluation documentation, process files in internal databases/SFS, coordinate meeting logistics, and record meeting notes.
• Communications & Research: Monitor multiple shared email inboxes, communicate professionally with external vendors and partners, and conduct basic research as needed.
• Special Projects: Drive special initiatives and support unit leadership with ad-hoc projects

• Education: Associate’s degree required;
  
  Bachelor’sdegree preferred (or equivalent transferable education/experience).
• Experience: 2+ years of professional office or high-level administrative experience. Transferable experience in fast-paced executive or legal support environments is a strong plus.
• Technical Mastery: Advanced proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel) and demonstrated comfort learning new software systems and technology quickly.
• Core
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to comprehend and interpret complex written materials, legal language, and contract guidelines. Excellent attention to detail, strong organization, and high flexibility.

• Rate:$27.00 per hour
• Length of Engagement: ASAP
  - August 9, 2027
• Days/
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8am- 5pm
• Location:Albany, NY 12208
  
  Onsite