Career Opportunities – Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority

Executive Accountant
The Authority seeks to hire an Executive Accountant. This position would be considered to assume the role of CFO within 2 years. The ideal candidate will: ensure business transactions are reported in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; work closely with team members to assist in monthly closing procedures including performing account & bank reconciliations and maintaining the general ledger; research and analyze expense variances; assist with audit preparations; prepare and submit tax returns; produce and submit reports to governmental agencies, and other accounting/ compliance duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements include: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in accounting or finance; a minimum of 3 years accounting experience; working knowledge of GASB and GAAP; practical knowledge of fund accounting; strong financial analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel; strong communication skills, both written and oral; proven ability to handle multiple projects/tasks simultaneously. Familiarity with Sage Business Works and Paychex Flex is preferred.

Salary: $70,000 annually.

Submit cover letter, and resume to pnisco@ogdensport.com; at the Authority office; or by mail at One Bridge Plaza Ogdensburg, NY 13669. All applications must be received by the Authority by 3:00 PM on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. The OBPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Executive Coordinator
The Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority is seeking a detail oriented, well organized Executive Coordinator to provide support for the Authority’s management team. This role must be able to interact with a broad range of individuals including members of the Senior Management Team and Board of Directors. This individual is expected to handle confidential financial, legal, personnel, and institutional information in a professional and discreet manner.

Responsibilities include: being confidential secretary to the Board of Directors, scheduling monthly Board meetings, typing minutes and keeping files; providing coordination and scheduling of the organization’s annual compliance plan; assisting H/R director with maintaining confidential & sensitive employee information; serving as the organization’s Ethics Coordinator; updating the OBPA’s website, providing back-up to the part time administrative assistant for phone, mail, and truck permits.

Requirements include: 5 years prior experience in this type of role; strong time management skills and ability to meet multiple deadlines; excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office; excellent verbal & written communication skills; comfortable interacting with higher level executives & Board Members; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $55,000 – $60,000 annually.

Submit cover letter, and resume to pnisco@ogdensport.com; at the Authority office; or by mail at 1 Bridge Plaza Ogdensburg, NY 13669. All applications must be received by the Authority by 3:00 PM on Friday, January 03, 2025. The OBPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Event Coordinator
The Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority is seeking an energetic Event Coordinator to organize outstanding events at the soon to be opened Great Room at the Ogdensburg International Airport. The successful candidate will be responsible for every part of event preparations and evaluation of success afterward.

Responsibilities include: identifying the client’s requirements & expectations for an event, sourcing and negotiating with vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process; coordinating event logistics, managing all set-up, tear down, and follow-up processes, maintaining event budgets, conducting final inspections on the day of the event; reviewing event bills and approve payment; conducting post-event evaluation.

Requirements: Proven experience as an event coordinator or similar role; at least three (3) years’ experience in the role; strong communications skills; ability to work under pressure managing multiple tasks & projects simultaneously; BA in hospitality management preferred. This is a full-time position with a salary range: $55,000 – $60,000 annually. The anticipated start date of this position is: 1st of April 2025.

Administrative Assistant
The Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority is looking for an outgoing, detail oriented multi-tasker for the position of Administrative Assistant. Candidates should be able to assist management and visitors by handling administrative and clerical needs; providing polite & professional assistance via phone or email; and assisting in daily office needs of the organization.

Responsibilities include: answering & directing phone calls; opening & distributing mail; ordering supplies and researching new deals & suppliers; updating (as necessary) and maintaining filing system on computer; providing general support to visitors; creating truck permits for truckers crossing the border; and assisting with tracking of tenant maintenance needs.

Requirements: 3-5 years prior administrative experience, excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work; working knowledge of office equipment; proficiency in MS Office; attention to detail; excellent written & verbal communication skills; high school degree or equivalent; additional qualifications as an Administrative Assistant a plus.

This is a part-time position (ideally from 9:00am – 2:00 pm) Monday through Friday. Rate of pay: $24.00 per hour.

Part-Time Toll Collectors
The Ogdensburg Bridge & Port Authority has openings for part-time toll collectors. Must be able to work all shifts, must have the ability to count money and work well with the public.

Please drop off an application form to the Administration Building (1 Bridge Plaza, Ogdensburg).