Receptionist (Part-time AFTERNOON)

Hanover Township•Bartlett, IL

About The Position

Hanover Township’s Office of Community Health is hiring a part-time Afternoon Receptionist for 20 hours per week. The role provides general clerical and receptionist support to the Office of Community Health, with occasional coverage for the Aging Services Social Services Division. The Receptionist supports departmental staff and maintains a professional image in in-person, email, and telephone interactions, providing responsive, accurate, and efficient clerical, supportive, and customer service assistance to residents, staff, and vendors. Other duties may be assigned as needed for the successful operation of the Office of Community Health. This is a non-exempt position paying $17.00 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applications should include a cover letter and résumé and be submitted to Kristen Smith, Director of Community Health. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and desktop publishing.
Ability to provide professional customer service.
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, including 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.
Provide occasional 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.