Operations Assistant

OUR MISSION AND VISION

YWCA Northern New Jersey is committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, advancing social justice, supporting families, and strengthening communities. For more than 100 years, YWCA NNJ has worked to advance racial justice, gender equity, safety, and wellness through programs, advocacy, and community partnerships.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Operations Assistant provides administrative and operational support to ensure the efficient day-to-day functioning of YWCA Northern New Jersey. The position supports office and facility coordination, scheduling, meeting logistics, routine communications, administrative follow-up, and coordination of operational requests across departments. The Operations Assistant also serves as a liaison for routine facilities and IT matters, ensuring requests are communicated, tracked, and followed through to resolution. This position works closely with the CEO, senior leadership, and staff across the organization to support organizational logistics and administrative needs and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

• You have an Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• You bring at least 1 year of administrative, office operations, facilities, executive support, or related professional experience preferred.
• You have experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization preferred.
• You have experience coordinating schedules, meetings, office operations, vendors, facilities, or administrative systems preferred.
• You have experience working with Microsoft Office, online scheduling platforms, databases, and other administrative technology required.
• You have strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• You work effectively with diverse communities, teams, and stakeholders.
• You are committed to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• You lead with empathy, integrity, accountability, collaboration, and sound judgment.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental coverages
• Retirement plan
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Paid family medical leave
• Employee Benefits Perk Program
• Employee pricing for YWCA NNJ-sponsored events
• Professional development opportunities

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

YWCA Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming workplace. We consider all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy or breastfeeding, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital or civil union status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation and to providing reasonable accommodation as required by law.