Metropolitan Tribunal – Receptionist

Archny; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Archny in Yonkers, NY is seeking a receptionist to greet visitors, direct inquiries, and support clerical tasks within the Tribunal Chancery. The role requires handling phones, basic transcription, and maintaining orderly office operations at 201 Seminary Avenue, Yonkers.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with eligibility for overtime. Must have Spanish fluency, strong organizational skills, and discretion in handling confidential information under Tribunal procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Church teachings on marriage.
• Firm commitment to administration of justice with charity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn canon law relevant to Tribunal work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to transcribe recorded testimony or willingness to learn.
• Courteous manner and sensitivity to those who approach the Tribunal.
• Flexibility to assist others in the office.
• Fluency in Spanish is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional atmosphere in the Tribunal reception area.
• Receive visitors, secure phones, and inform the correct Tribunal staff of arrival.
• Answer telephone inquiries and direct calls to staff.
• Transcribe cases as needed per Tribunal procedures.
• Maintain and reorder office supplies as needed.
• Scan petitions submitted to the Tribunal.
• Make copies of special, confidential cases for the Judicial Vicar.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Moderator of the Tribunal Chancery.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Confidentiality

Transcription

Office organization

Spanish fluency

Courteous demeanor

Flexibility to assist others

Tools

Microsoft Office

Office equipment

Job description

The receptionist is responsible for receiving and directing visitors to the Tribunal as well as assisting with a variety of clerical/administrative functions on an as-needed basis.

Reports to:Head of the Tribunal Chancery

Work Location: 201Seminary Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional atmosphere at all times in the Tribunal reception area.
• Receive visitors, secure all cell phones, and apprise the correct Tribunal staff of their arrival.
• Answer telephone inquiries and direct calls to the appropriate Tribunal staff member.
• Transcribe cases as needed in accordance with Tribunal procedures.
• Maintain the office supply room and order supplies as needed.
• Scan all petitions that are submitted to the Tribunal.
• Make copies of special, confidential cases for the Judicial Vicar.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Moderator of the Tribunal Chancery.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Knowledge of, and firm commitment to, the teachings of the Church regarding marriage.
• A firm commitment to the administration of justice with charity in the Church.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, the canon law that is relevant to the work of the Tribunal.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to transcribe recorded testimony, or willingness to learn this skill.
• A courteous manner and sensitivity to the needs of those who approach the Tribunal.
• Flexibility and willingness to assist others in the office.
• Fluency in Spanish is a must.

Compensation range for this position is: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour.

This position is considered full-time, non-exempt, and eligible for overtime.