<![CDATA[Penda Aiken, Inc: jobboards]]> https://JOBS.PENDAAIKEN.COM/ en-us <![CDATA[Paralegal/Legal Assistnat]]> Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Cybersecurity Compliance)
Agency: NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS)

Employment Type: Temporary Personnel (Statewide)
Position Overview
The Department of Financial Services is seeking a highly qualified Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support the implementation and enforcement of Cybersecurity Regulations. The incumbent will handle sensitive correspondence from regulated financial entities, ensuring they meet New York State’s rigorous data privacy and security standards. This role requires a professional with a strong grasp of legal terminology and the ability to interpret complex government regulations.
Key Responsibilities

  • Regulatory Correspondence: Review and formulate responses to correspondence from banks, insurance companies, and other regulated entities regarding DFS Cybersecurity Regulation compliance.

  • Communication Management: Act as a primary point of contact for phone inquiries and voicemails; address compliance-related matters under the instruction of Department attorneys.

  • Legal Research & Analysis: Read, understand, and interpret state laws, legal documents, and regulatory materials to ensure accurate guidance is provided.

  • Complex Clerical Support: Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to manage legal forms, track compliance data, and maintain organized legal records.

  • Project Support: Assist with other duties as assigned to support the Department’s legal and regulatory initiatives.
Minimum Candidate Qualifications (Mandatory)

  • Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree AND a Paralegal Certificate.

  • Experience: * At least two (2) years of experience providing complex clerical-level legal support to an attorney.

    • At least two (2) years of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

    • At least one (1) year of continuous full-time work experience with a single employer.

  • Eligibility: Must provide proof of eligibility to work in New York State.

  • Legal Knowledge: Mastery of basic legal processes, terminology, forms, and research techniques.
Preferred Experience

  • Direct experience in Cybersecurity or Data Privacy.

  • Experience reviewing and responding to formal correspondence from government-regulated businesses or individuals.
]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 EST 0 <![CDATA[Operations Manager (Senior Real Estate Management Specialist)]]> Title: Operations Manager (Senior Real Estate Management Specialist)
Position Type: Long-Term, Temporary (1+ years)
Location: Long Island City, NY
Hours: M-F, 9a - 5p
Salary: $45/h -  $52/h 
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

We’re seeking an experienced and driven Senior Real Estate Management Specialist to join a dynamic team managing large-scale real estate projects from acquisition through development. This is a rewarding opportunity to bring your skills in leasing, environmental review, and zoning to high-impact work that improves the built environment and supports long-term community needs.
Key Responsibilities: Site Assessments & Acquisitions:
  • Conduct evaluations of land and buildings for potential development. Collaborate with brokers to identify and secure access to viable sites.
Financial & Market Analysis:
  • Analyze lease terms, assess market studies and appraisals, and review consultant invoices for accuracy and approval.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance:
  • Oversee all environmental due diligence and prepare required documentation under SEQR/CEQR, including Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.
Zoning & Planning Coordination:
  • Prepare zoning documentation and work with internal stakeholders and external consultants to ensure compliance and approvals are in place.
Project & Design Collaboration:
  • Coordinate closely with architecture and engineering teams to support site planning and define landlord/developer scopes of work.
Stakeholder & Relationship Management:
  • Serve as a central point of contact across landlords, tenants, legal teams, consultants, and internal project managers. Navigate issues with strong problem-solving and tracking skills to ensure resolution and keep projects on track.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Architecture, Public Policy, Project Management, or a related field, plus 3+ years of relevant experience – OR – Master’s degree with 1+ year of experience (internships accepted)
  • Strong understanding of leasing, acquisition, SEQR/CEQR compliance, and zoning processes
  • Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple, fast-paced projects with differing timelines

Preferred:
  • 1+ year of experience in urban development, environmental planning, or real estate leasing
  • Direct experience preparing or overseeing Environmental Assessments (EA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS)
  • Familiarity with NYC agencies and urban planning stakeholders
  • Experience with commercial leasing, especially in the NYC market
  • Working knowledge of Operating Expenses (OPEX), typical exclusions, and how they impact lease payments
  • Ability to review lease documents and produce written recommendations
  • Familiarity with REBNY leasing conventions and lease area calculations (net, gross, rentable areas, loss factors)
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings
Why Apply?
  • Tangible Impact: Play a key role in the planning and development of critical real estate projects
  • Collaborative Culture: Work with professionals in planning, engineering, law, and real estate
  • Professional Growth: Expand your knowledge in complex leasing, zoning, and environmental review
  • Purpose-Driven Work: Use your expertise to help shape long-lasting, high-quality urban spaces

Take the next step in your real estate career. Apply today and make a meaningful impact on the future of city infrastructure.
]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 EST 0 <![CDATA[Receptionists/Secretaries, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive]]> Title: Greeter
Position Type: Long-term, temporary (1+ years)
Location: Hauppauge, NY
Hours: 7:30am-5:00pm
Salary: TBD

Our client is looking for light clerical, workflow associates. This state agency is responsible for administering vehicle registration and driver licensing. They offer a range of services including issuing driver’s licenses, learner permits, and non-driver identification cards. Additionally, they handle vehicle registrations, title certificates, and conduct vehicle safety inspections.

Responsibilities:
  • Greet customers
  • Screen customer paperwork
  • Manage customers in the queuing system
  • Grade vision test results
  • Enter passing vision test results into computer
  • Assist customers at kiosks
  • Take customer photos for driver's licenses
  • Proctor tests
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Submit your resume today!]]> Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:00:00 EST 1 <![CDATA[Secretary ]]> Job Order Request – Secretary:

Dept/Division: Fiscal Services

Location: LIC, NY 11101

Number of temporary Employees requested: (1)

Requested Start Date: ASAP

Requested End Date: TBD

Work Hours: 8:30 – 5PM

 

 

 

Explain the function(s) to be performed by the requested staff member:

 
  • Lend administrative support to Director, Operations in fiscal services.
  • Assist in the production and review of weekly Workload Reports (WLR)
  • Assist in the production and review of various monthly and quarterly reports
  • Attend weekly WLR meetings with A&E
  • Review as needed for projects active in RFC and Bid & Award.
  • Assist in for all CIP projects active in Construction and Closeout
  • Review various internal reports and take related action as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, schedule and/or SAS updates or follow-up with PTS team, A&E, CPM, or CM
  • Update PTS upon phase completion and project turnover. This entails thorough review of project documents and entering relevant information into PTS.
  • Assist with various special projects, such as procedure updates, and one-off reporting requests, as directed
  • Ensure data accuracy in PTS while performing all other tasks (this job requires attention to detail)
  • Update comments in PTS for various departments.
  • Good Communication
  • Good analytical skills
  • Can work independently and in a team setting
  • Knows Excel, Pivot tables
  • Gather, review and update information into various SCA applications.
  • HS Diploma/GED
  • 4 years of FT clerical and administrative experience.


#zr]]> Tue, 23 Dec 2025 00:00:00 EST 0 <![CDATA[Receptionists/Secretaries, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive]]> Title: Greeter
Position Type: Long-term, temporary (1+ years)
Location: Medford, NY
Hours: Monday – Friday (various shifts)
Salary: $18 per hour
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Customer Interaction: Warmly greet and assist customers upon arrival, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience.
  • Document Screening: Review and verify customer paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
  • Queue Management: Efficiently manage and organize customers within the queuing system to maintain smooth operations.
  • Vision Test Evaluation: Accurately grade and assess vision test results in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Data Entry: Input passing vision test results into the computer system with precision and attention to detail.
  • Kiosk Assistance: Provide hands-on support to customers using self-service kiosks, ensuring they can navigate the system effectively.
  • Photo Services: Capture high-quality photos for driver’s licenses and other identification documents.
  • Test Proctoring: Oversee and administer tests as required, ensuring compliance with testing protocols and procedures.
  • Willing to learn and take on new tasks as required.
Requirements:
  • Education Requirement: A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • Physical Requirement: Candidates must be capable of standing for extended periods of time.
  • Professional Conduct: During periods of downtime, employees are expected to maintain a professional demeanor and remain vigilant.

#zr ]]> Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 EST 1 <![CDATA[Talent Acquisition Specialist ]]> Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location:  Brooklyn, NY - on site
Days/Hours: Monday - Friday/TBD
Salary: $65,000-75,000 per year, plus benefits including Paid Holidays, PTO, Employee contributed 401K, etc.
Work Authorization: Applicants must have authorization to work for any U.S. employer without requiring sponsorship.


Job Description
Penda Aiken Inc. seeks a Healthcare Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team with the ability to collaborate with hiring managers and HR management to determine qualifications, schedule interviews, and manage the entire candidate process, including sourcing qualified candidates, tracking candidates’ progress, and actively participating in negotiations and closing. 

Responsibilities

 

  • Engage in 360-degree recruitment, managing the full recruitment lifecycle- Including; client acquisition, healthcare candidate (MDs, RNs, LPNs, NPs, Case Managers, etc.) sourcing, and stakeholder engagement. Engage in 360-degree recruitment across other verticals as well.  

  • Maintain applicant tracking system to ensure accuracy for applicant flow reporting and manage all follow-up communications with clients and candidates.  

  • Partner with additional internal support teams, such as Business Development, Operations, IT, HR, and Finance to ensure seamless operation. 

  • Continually identify new opportunities for key progress improvement initiatives, that improve recruiting strategy. 

  • Research and participate in relevant career fairs, local job fairs, and professional events to identify qualified talent. 

  • Follow all policies, procedures, and KPI’s as set forth by management. 

  • Create plan of action with oversight from leadership team, from contractual documents after negotiation of pay, time off and selection of shifts. 

  • Maintain and manage relationships with a professional network, local universities, and specialized colleges to develop a pipeline for candidates and graduates. 

  • Collaborate with the client HR, Procurement Departments, or specialized hiring managers by serving as the intermediary between vendors, candidates, and clients, impacting the overall success of the staffing operation. 

Requirements:
  • Must have a BA degree and 2+ years of healthcare recruiting experience in a high volume, fast-paced environment, within a staffing agency. 
  • Proficiency in writing, excellent communication, and organization skills. 
  • Knowledge of city, state and federal employment laws, compensation, organization planning, employee relations, safety, training, benefits, and recruitment.
  • Demonstrated skill in all aspects of recruiting such as networking, sourcing, qualifying, screening, negotiations, and relationship management. 
  • Experience working with an applicant tracking system, social media, and subscription job boards. 

Submit your resume today! ]]> Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 EDT 0