POSITION SUMMARY:
The part-time receptionist is responsible for providing clerical support primarily to parish office personal. A dependable and punctual person as well as one that is able to work in collaboration with others is needed for this position. Individual must be able to deal with the public in a polite and efficient manner at all times. Requires effective verbal and communication skills; able to multi-task; attention to detail; being a team player and maintain confidentiality in all matters.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
(Other duties may be assigned)
Answer incoming calls and answer questions or direct calls to various departments.
Welcome and assist parishioners who come to the parish office
Register new parishioners and mail out welcome information.
Provide information regarding sacraments
Sorting and distributing mail / faxes received
Prepare certificates for pre-baptism class and other sacraments
Schedule funerals with funeral homes and priests
Recording of notifications of sacraments received from other parishes
Substitute for Office Manager during sick or vacation time; may need to work longer hours on days of illness or vacation of Office Manager.
Provide secretarial duties for the Pastor and Office Manager as needed, including typing correspondence, announcements, etc.
Enter room request, changes and/or cancellations into Facilities’ Calendar
Assist parish staff as needed or requested in various tasks
Assist parishioners with Mass Intention requests
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma
Language Skills:
Bilingual in English and Spanish is required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent penmanship
Computer Skills:
Must have computer experience, using Windows, with an emphasis on Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
Knowledge of Access, Adobe, and Publisher software a plus, but not required
Hours : Monday to Friday – 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Salary Range: $16 – $19 per hour depending on experience
Send resumes to : Maria Dominguez at maria.dominguez@dsj.org