Consulate General of Switzerland in New York

Posted: August 21st 2015

JOB OPENING
The Consulate General of Switzerland in New York is looking for a
Consular / Administrative Assistant
Part time position
Starting date: 1st of October 2015
The Consulate General of Switzerland in New York is seeking a qualified candidate for a
permanent position as Administrative Assistant in the Consular Section. The candidate will be able
to multitask between several duties at once and can work under pressure in a team. Further, the
candidate must be able to provide high-quality, friendly customer service on the phone and at the
counter. Additional duties beyond those listed here will be determined and assigned as needed.
Training will be provided.
Preference will be given to those candidates who have a relationship with Switzerland and / or
Swiss citizenship.
The position is thought as 60% but we would need the candidate to work 100% the first four month
in order to give the proper training.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Be the primary contact person for several thousand Swiss Citizens in the Consular District.
Responsible for assisting your assigned clients in various domains: civil status, passports,
registration of Swiss Citizens abroad
Answer inquiries about the above-mentioned domains by e-mail, phone and in person
Translate and legalize documents regarding civil status
Provide accurate information to customers in a courteous and professional manner
Perform simple accounting duties daily
Requirements:
Excellent command of the English, German and French language.
Very good organizational skills, high degree of personal integrity and trustworthiness
Preferably some higher education in a related field and previous work experience in an
administrative position
Full computer literacy with Microsoft Office
Able to multitask and pay attention to details
Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently
Preferably holder of either a Green Card or a US working permit
We offer:
Inviting work atmosphere
Interesting work in a foreign representation
Competitive salary and benefits package
100% matching in 401 k plan
Paid vacation
American and some Swiss holidays
Location in midtown Manhattan
To Apply:
Please send your resume, a letter of interest and salary expectations no later than September 10th,
2015 in electronic format (word or pdf) to job-cgny@eda.admin.ch Please write into the subject line
Consular - Administrative Assistant to ensure timely processing of your application. Any incomplete
application will be disregarded. Please do not contact the Consulate General or the Permanent
Mission. Only those who are chosen for an interview will be contacted.