Design and Resource Assistant

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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance YAI programs
• Create scopes of work and obtain competitive estimates and bids for projects
• Effectively manage several projects for multiple programs operations
• Draw floor plans and elevations for projects as needed
• Travel to program operations around NY region
• Maintain and update the Design and Resource work history and vendors recordkeeping, and samples
• Coordinate and accept furniture deliveries
• Performs all other duties, as assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)

• BA in Interior Design, Fine Arts, Art History, Purchasing or a similar field.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)

• Basic knowledge and awareness of ID/DD
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commitment and passion for the organization’s mission.
• Knowledge of the unique environmental needs for a diverse array of people with developmental and intellectual disabilities
• Highly organized and excellent at multitasking

Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Pay Rate: $24.03 - $25.00

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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