Part-Time Office & Admin Assistant (Evenings/Weekends)

Metropolitan Family Services; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401K match

Job summary

Metropolitan Family Services is hiring a part-time Office Assistant for our Merrionette Park site. The role requires greeting visitors, handling phones, managing records, and supporting staff with administrative tasks in a fast-paced, community-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of office experience, and proficiency with MS Office. Evening shifts and weekend work are required, with travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in office software (MS Office and Outlook).
• Effective interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interact appropriately with diverse clients and staff.
• Discretion and judgment in handling sensitive situations.
• Willingness to learn new systems and adapt to change.
• Reliability and accountability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet staff, clients, and visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct phone calls with professional judgment.
• Maintain records and client files, responding to requests.
• Create and edit documents and reports using agency software.
• Process payments and manage program billing as assigned.
• Schedule appointments and arrange meetings.
• Coordinate events and partner communications.
• Assist with site events and committees.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Office & Outlook

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Diversity awareness

Initiative

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Metropolitan Family Services is hiring a part-time Office Assistant for our Merrionette Park site. The role requires greeting visitors, handling phones, managing records, and supporting staff with administrative tasks in a fast-paced, community-oriented environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, 2+ years of office experience, and proficiency with MS Office. Evening shifts and weekend work are required, with travel between sites as needed.