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SalaryMission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Summary
The receptionist will assist with necessary reports, correspondence, phone calls, clerical and/or office tasks.
Essential Functions
- Handle correspondence as required; Receive, sort and distribute mail/deliveries.
- Assist with a variety of clerical and administrative tasks such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, etc.
- Manage front desk.
- Be familiar with and follow all Salvation Army Policies and Procedures
- Field incoming calls, take messages, and convey information to appropriate staff, as necessary.
- Maintain office supplies and equipment, notifying Office Manager of need for replenishment and repair.
- Keep all front office areas neat and tidy.
- Assist family services when needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Ability to walk, stand, bend squat climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Ability to be able to lift up to 40lbs. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects such as file cabinet drawers and reach overhead. Ability to operate computer, fax and telephone.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to read, write and communicate well in English.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- High School education or the equivalent in working years.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
- Must be customer oriented.
- Must have computer skills (Word, Excel, Google Docs, Power point, etc.)
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Ability to operate standard office equipment in an efficient and effective manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively; ability to interact with co-workers, management, leadership, and the public in a positive and productive manner.
- Ability to analyze problems and reach acceptable workable solutions.
- Ability to present oneself in a professional manner; ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in relation to information and documentation.
- Ability and motivation to work with minimal supervision.
Education
Required- High School or Equivalent or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
