Administrative Assistant / Dispatcher Knight Security - 2.0 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $25 - $27 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Referral program Qualifications Interpersonal skills Service scheduling Staff scheduling Team scheduling Administrative experience Dispatching Attention to detail Organizational skills Productivity software Time management Full Job Description Knight Security is seeking a dependable and organized Administrative Assistant / Dispatcher to support our daily office and operations team with the ability to be versatile. This role combines administrative support with dispatch coordination, ensuring schedules, communication, and service requests are handled efficiently. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates clearly, has the ability to manage and execute multiple tasks in a timely manner & fast-paced environment. Administrative Office/Dispatching or Scheduling Experience is preferred. Job Responsibilities As an Office Assistant/Dispatcher you will be part of a small administrative team responsible for facilitating the daily operations of the company. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assisting with Payroll/Time and Attendance Tracking Client & Employee schedule reminders Uniform & Equipment Tracking Employee Data Entry/Tracking Assisting Human Resource Manager with hiring process operations Dispatching on
Alternating Weekends:
Coverage for call outs/emergencies. Schedule and dispatch security agents to job sites Answer incoming calls and respond to customer inquiries Maintain accurate records of changes Perform data entry and prepare reports or documents as needed Communicate job details between customers, field staff, and management Assist with general office administrative tasks Minimal maintenance of office space cleanliness Skills and experience necessary to excel in this position: A positive solution-focused attitude Superior customer service skills Tech savvy with proficiency in Word and Excel Exceptionally dependable/reliable/punctual Excellent time management skills; Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment Excellent oral and written communication skills Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency Ability to complete tasks efficiently with minimal supervision Exceptional organization skills Be a TEAM player (There is no I in TEAM)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires managing last-minute call-outs, finding coverage, and making schedule changes quickly. Describe your experience handling employee scheduling and how you would respond if a security officer called out shortly before their shift. Security operations run 24/7, and urgent staffing issues may occur outside normal business hours. Are you comfortable handling time-sensitive calls, texts, and schedule changes while maintaining professional communication with employees, supervisors, and clients? What previous experience do you have in an administrative or office support role, and what were your primary day-to-day responsibilities? This position requires handling phone calls, emails, employee requests, paperwork, data entry, and urgent issues throughout the day. How do you prioritize your workload when several tasks require attention at the same time?