Constituent Services & Community Programs
Community Assistant
$48,364 a year
Posted until November 23, 2026 · posted September 24, 2026
Requirements
Diploma + experience
Exam
Non-competitive title
A job title where a competitive exam is not practical, so the agency checks that your qualifications meet the standard instead. You apply directly. On our job pages this shows as "No exam for this title".
≈ $23.25 an hour · $1,860 every 2 weeks, before taxes (40-hour weeks).
NYC minimum wage is $17/hr. This beats it by $6.25/hr, with health insurance and a pension on top.
What you'd have made
$1,854 If you'd started this job 2 weeks ago, at this pay, before taxes.
An hour of this job pays for about 7.7 subway rides ($3 fare).
Price anything in hours of this job
Overtime added $1,600 on average that year, and it isn't guaranteed. Base salary of active employees paid a yearly rate, fiscal year 2025 (July 2024 to June 2025). Source: NYC's payroll data
Check yourself
What they actually ask for.
High school diploma plus experience
Qualification Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
- Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
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The work
What the job is.
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Driver license
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The Agency You’ll Join: The New York City Mayor’s Office is responsible for overseeing city services throughout the five boroughs, coordinating public agencies and departments, and managing public property.
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The administration is leading the fight in making the city more affordable, reducing inequality, improving public safety, ensuring delivery of efficient and effective services, and working to make New York City’s economy stronger.
We value leadership, transparency, fairness, and efficiency as we actively seek diverse talents from various sectors to join our team. For current job opportunities, visit our careers page.
The Team You’ll Work With: The Mayor’s Office of Administrative Services is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of the Mayor’s Office and agencies under City Hall.
Facilities, Construction Management and Operations is responsible for overseeing and managing facilities within all Mayor’s Office locations. Our priorities include but are not limited to space management, office seating, custodial needs, supply requests, records management, and mailroom and messenger service.
Our goal is to ensure offices operate efficiently and effectively throughout Mayor’s Office campuses.
The Problems You’ll Solve:
The Mailroom messenger responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Ensure security of incoming/outgoing packages and supplies in the mailroom.
- Track packages using FedEx and UPS.
- Knowledge of sorting mail using a containment box.
- Daily mail pickup/delivery to the post office.
- Daily drop-offs to UPS and /or FedEx.
- Mail delivery within the five boroughs.
- Assist with office moves of boxes and materials
About You:
- You can commit to equity, effectiveness, and sustainability to guide our employees and provide City agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed.
- You have a valid driver’s license.
- You have knowledge of all 5 Boroughs via vehicle or train.
Additional Information • In addition to the resume, a cover letter is required to apply.
Skills they'd like
- You have good listening skills and can take initiative.
- You can work well with others.
Before you apply
The fine print.
Where you have to live
Live in NYC within 90 days (usually)
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of the interview.
Full walkthrough
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Sources
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From the city's job data, which the city last updated September 28, 2026. You apply through the official posting.
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