Seasonal Receptionist
About The Position
Portland Rescue Mission is seeking a Seasonal Receptionist to provide front desk coverage during their busiest season. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe, welcoming, and organized environment for guests, participants, volunteers, and staff. The Seasonal Receptionist will support day-to-day administrative needs by providing reception coverage, assisting with general office tasks like sorting mail and in-kind donations, and ensuring smooth operations. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a Christ-centered team with an award-winning culture, serving individuals in their recovery from addiction, homelessness, and other life traumas.
Requirements
- A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a testimony of continued growth in faith.
- Adheres to Portland Rescue Mission’s Statement of Faith and Code of Ethics.
- A personal ethos and work ethic that reflects Portland Rescue Mission’s ministry culture – Highly Relational, Christ-Centered, Joyful Servant.
- Experience in Mac and Microsoft Windows software.
- Perform routine physical tasks including prolonged sitting and standing, frequent use of hands for typing and phone handling, and ability to lift at least 50 lbs. unassisted.
Responsibilities
- Serve as primary staffing for the front desk, or oversee volunteers serving the front desk as assigned for available coverage.
- Ensure that all visitors and callers are greeted with warmth, professionalism, and hospitality.
- Ensure incoming calls are answered promptly, and voicemails and emails receive timely responses.
- Foster a positive and professional front desk environment that reflects PRM’s values.
- Provide excellent customer service to community members, staff, volunteers, and program participants.
- Support volunteers and program participants developing real-world administrative and front desk skills as they serve.
- Communicate clearly and effectively across the organization.
- Keep records, schedules, and office systems organized and up to date.
- Assist with general office and administrative tasks to support organizational needs, approaching each responsibility with a servant’s heart and a willingness to help wherever needed.
- Demonstrate flexibility and a “no task is too small” attitude in supporting the Administration team and broader PRM needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
