Front Desk Attendant
About The Position
Irish Arts Center (IAC) seeks a friendly, high-energy, organized Front Desk Attendant for a service-oriented, part-time position. The role typically works Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the opportunity to pick up additional shifts. Pay is $18 per hour. The attendant supports reception and hospitality by greeting guests, handling calls and deliveries, checking in visiting artists and guests, managing reception inventory, and providing administrative support to various departments. Irish Arts Center is a national and international home for artists and audiences of all backgrounds, based in Hell’s Kitchen, New York City. It presents, develops, supports, and promotes work by established and emerging artists, alongside community education programs and access to the arts. The Center recently completed a new permanent home with performance, arts, education, and gathering spaces. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and able to commute to work. The position may require weekend and holiday availability. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly and is regularly required to stand and frequently required to walk. Irish Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Must be friendly, high-energy, organized, and service-oriented.
- Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and data-entry software; the posting also mentions Google Docs and Google Sheets.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Communicate clearly and effectively.
- Must have or be willing to obtain F03 Fire Guard Certification.
- Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed.
- Must be able to commute to work.
- Must have U.S. work authorization.
- Able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly; regularly stand and frequently walk.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED is a plus.
- Experience working in a performance space is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome guests in a friendly and professional manner.
- Answer phone calls, take messages, and redirect calls as necessary.
- Accept and process deliveries of mail and packages.
- Check in visiting artists and guests when necessary.
- Control inventory relevant to the reception area.
- Provide administrative support to various departments as needed.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- Maintain a working knowledge of the company website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
