Front Desk Receptionist (NE)

Saint-Marys-Catholic-Church; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

403(b) plan enrollment

Job summary

St. Mary's Parish in Historic Annapolis, Maryland, invites applications for a Front Desk Receptionist to greet visitors and provide clerical support to the parish office. This part-time, non-benefit eligible role is 10-15 hours weekly and pays $15.00 per hour.

The receptionist will handle phone calls, intake for baptisms, weddings, and funerals, log and distribute mail, and maintain a welcoming front office environment. Excellent communication and basic Microsoft Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Catholic practices (Sacraments) preferred.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and present a welcoming, professional image.

Responsibilities

• Greet parishioners, visitors and guests.
• Assist with intake for baptisms, weddings and funerals.
• Answer, screen and route telephone calls; take messages as needed.
• Receive, log and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy reception area and support parish office.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Catholic knowledge

Discretion/confidentiality

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

St. Mary's Parish is a vibrant Catholic congregation located in Historic Annapolis, Maryland serving over 5,000 families. St. Mary's Parish includes St. Mary's Church, St. John Neumann Mission Church, St. Mary's Elementary School and St. Mary's High School. The Parish has an opening for a Front Desk Receptionist.

The Front Desk Receptionist will play a role in welcoming guests at St. Mary's Parish. This person will provide receptionist services and clerical support for the parish office. This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position, working 10-15 weekly hours.

Essential Functions

• Greet parishioners, visitor and guests.
• Welcoming all who contact or visit the Parish Office and provide appropriate assistance, including intake process for baptism, weddings, and funeral.
• Answer, screen and route telephone calls; take messages as necessary.
• Receive, log and distribute mail, documents, packages and courier deliveries.
• Foster a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors
• Knowledge of church services, missions, and outreach opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Office Manager.
• Maintain a tidy reception area and church office.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products.
• General knowledge of the Catholic Church, including Sacraments.
• Practicing Catholic preferred.
• Ability to project a courteous, warm and welcoming and empathetic image to the public and to all constituents, whether on the telephone or in person.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor in all situations.
• Must model Christian attitudes and behaviors and adhere to the Archdiocesan Code of Conduct.

Pay Rate: $15.00, Hourly

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.

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