Receptionist

About ELPC:
The Environmental Law & Policy Center is the Midwest’s leading environmental legal advocacy organization. We drive transformational policy changes with national impacts.
We show that environmental progress and economic development can be achieved together by putting sustainability principles into practice. We advance climate solutions effectively by accelerating clean renewable energy alternatives to conventional power plants and advancing clean transportation solutions. We protect the Great Lakes and defend the Midwest’s wild and natural places, and we fight for safe, clean water and healthy clean air for all. We combine effective public interest litigation with strategic policy advocacy, sound science, and economic analysis. ELPC produces strong results for the environment in the courtrooms, boardrooms, and legislative hearing rooms across the pivotal Midwest states and in Washington D.C.
Come join our winning team of talented, mission-driven professionals, who passionately work together to protect the environment and natural resources in the Midwest region. We offer a collaborative and upbeat culture, with free snacks and access to the fitness center in the building. 
Position Title: Receptionist
Location: Chicago, IL
Hours Per Week: 16 hours (Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9am to 5pm,  excluding holidays) 
JOB SUMMARY:
The Receptionist will positively and professionally represent ELPC to visitors at the ELPC main office and a wide variety of callers. In addition, they will provide administrative support for the ELPC team as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Greet visitors including board members, politicians, coalition members, and other stakeholders, as well as new hires and interns, upon arrival.
• Manage voice mails and answer calls to main telephone line
• Make sure the kitchen, café, conference rooms, and other public areas are neat and tidy – this includes tidying up after events, etc.
• Manage inventory in office supply room, conference rooms, and kitchen
• Maintain office copy machines, scanners, and postage meter
• Create and submit expense reports and timekeeping records, using Microsoft Excel
• Ensure safe handling and timely distribution of incoming mail and packages, as well as efficiently manage outgoing mail and packages.
• Assist with preparation of office space for new hires
• Assist with event planning for new hire lunches, intern summer outings, birthday-anniversary celebrations, and annual gala
• Set up and troubleshoot video conferencing for meetings (training will be provided)
• Provide assistance to the Special Projects Director including:
  • planning and preparation of materials for meetings and receptions
  • review and update database of Great Lakes experts
• Cover for other positions that have an administrative component, as needed
• May periodically provide assistance to the Legal Support team 

Education & Experience (years): 

• 2+ years administrative experience in an office environment or other comparable customer focused experience strongly preferred
• Minimum high school diploma required; Associate’s degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Professional, upbeat and friendly customer service skills and attitude
• Functional computer skills including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat 
• Keen attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Willingness to learn new things and be a team player
• A keen interest in environmental protection and commitment to doing excellent work

Estimated Travel:
Negligible 
Other:                                                                                                     

Occasional evening and weekend hours may be available during peak times and events.
Compensation:
$21/ hour. While this position is not eligible for most benefits, access to the gym in the building is included.
ELPC’s EEO Statement:
Environmental Law & Policy Center is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and provides consideration for an employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, genetic predisposition, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
If you are interested in any of our open positions but are unable to apply online due to a disability, please email us at gcronin@elpc.org with a reference to the specific job(s) you are interested in, and we will be happy to assist you.
 

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