Company Description

Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison is dedicated to breaking cycles of crime and poverty through education. Founded in 1998, the organization provides college education, life skills training, and re-entry support for currently and formerly incarcerated individuals, enabling them to positively impact their lives, families, and communities. Since its inception, Hudson Link has awarded over 1,300 degrees and supported the successful reintegration of over 2,000 alumni. The organization partners with eight college partners to run college degree programs in five New York State Correctional Facilities, including Sing Sing and others. Their mission is to transform lives and reduce recidivism by empowering individuals through access to education.

Role Description

The Executive Assistant is a full-time on-site role located in Ossining, NY. This position supports executive leadership with daily administrative tasks and operational needs. Responsibilities include managing schedules, preparing expense reports, coordinating meetings, and facilitating clear communication within and outside the organization. The Executive Assistant will play a key role in ensuring that critical tasks are executed efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• Manage calendars and scheduling for the President and Executive Director.
• Coordinate full board and subcommittee meetings, assist with preparing board meeting agenda, assembling board meeting supporting documents to circulate via email as well as printed copies for distribution at meetings.
• Coordinate and manage travel for members of the leadership team, including accommodations, transportation, and meals.
• Serve as a floating support to members of the leadership team, helping as assigned with tasks, projects, and events.
• Order and set up food for meetings and events, both on- and off-site.
• Prepare correspondence and follow up emails, as needed, on behalf and with the direction of the President and Executive Director.
• Support the Community Engagement Manager with execution of large events as assigned.
• Track and manage expenses for President and Executive Director.
• Monitor daily operations and flag challenges to the Director of Operations.
• Support the Development team with large-scale mailings, events, and projects.
• Represent Hudson Link at meetings or events as assigned.

What You Can Expect

• Starting Salary of $55,000 - $60,000 commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 15 days/year paid time off & 9 paid holidays/office closures
• Retirement plan: Hudson Link matches contributions to 403(b) accounts up to 3%

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter, indicating desired salary range and the date on which you are available to start, to Stanley Leon (sleon@hudsonlink.org) with the subject line, “Executive Assistant.” All qualified applicants will be considered, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Hudson Link provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, veteran status, criminal justice history, or disability status. We seek to build a diverse staff representative of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.