Receptionist

Harlem Childrens Zone•Harlem, NY

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) — a world-renowned education and poverty-fighting organization based in New York — seeks an enthusiastic, dedicated, and mission-aligned Receptionist to join our Administrative team. The Receptionist will bring a passion for the mission of Harlem Children’s Zone: break the cycle of intergenerational poverty with comprehensive, on-the-ground programming that builds up opportunities for children and families to thrive in school, work, and life. The Receptionist will join our Administration team. The ideal candidate must possess excellent communication and organization skills and understand front desk operations.

Requirements

High School diploma
Bachelor's degree preferred and/or attending college with some experience in data, clerical, and administrative practices and procedures
A commitment to the mission and programs of HCZ
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to function well as part of a team and work independently
Comfortable working in various urban settings and with diverse populations

Responsibilities

Greet and welcome staff and visitors to the building
Manage calls promptly and transfer information to the appropriate parties
Responsible for tracking phone messages
Answer questions and provide general organization-related information to visitors and callers
Remain aware of staff movement in and out of the building
Perform general administrative duties including, but not limited to, preparing letters and documents, photocopying, mailing, ordering supplies, processing invoices
Receive, sort, and disseminate mail
Ensure the reception area is always clean and presentable
Collaborate with, but not limited to, our safety, afterschool, and athletic departments to help foster a welcoming, organized, and safe environment
Perform other duties as assigned