Receptionist (Part-time AFTERNOON)
About The Position
Hanover Township’s Office of Community Health is hiring a part-time Afternoon Receptionist for 20 hours per week. The role performs general clerical and receptionist duties for the Office of Community Health and occasionally provides coverage for the Aging Services Social Services Division. The Receptionist provides direct support to departmental staff and maintains a professional image in in-person, email, and telephone interactions. The position provides responsive, accurate, and efficient clerical, supportive, and customer service assistance to residents, staff, and vendors, and performs other duties as required for the successful operation of the Office of Community Health. This is a non-exempt position paid at $17.00 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and desktop publishing.
- Ability to maintain professional customer service image and services.
- Ability to read, comprehend, listen to, and follow basic verbal or written instructions and provide appropriate feedback.
- Ability to read, comprehend, and/or create routine correspondence and memos using proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure.
- Ability to effectively convey information one-on-one or to small groups of employees or customers.
- Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with elected officials, staff, residents, and vendors.
- Knowledge of office equipment utilization procedures, such as printers, phones, computers, copiers, and fax machines.
Nice To Haves
- One to two years of administrative experience preferred.
- Ability to read and speak Spanish at a conversant level is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform general clerical and receptionist duties for the Office of Community Health.
- Occasionally provide coverage for the Aging Services Social Services Division.
- Provide direct support services to departmental staff.
- Maintain a professional image in in-person, email, and telephone interactions.
- Provide responsive, accurate, and efficient clerical, supportive, and customer service assistance to residents, staff, and vendors.
- Perform other duties as required for the successful operation of the Office of Community Health.
Benefits
- Retirement pension through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
- 457(b) retirement plan.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 12 paid holidays per year.
- Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave for All Workers per calendar year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
