Reception & Operations Assistant

Ohio Education Association; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual work attire

Free parking

Job summary

Ohio Education Association seeks an Operations and Support Assistant (P&M) in Columbus, OH. The role centers on front-desk reception, greeting visitors, answering calls, and processing daily administrative tasks at OEA’s headquarters.

The position offers a salary range of $41,000.00 to $46,000.00 annually, with benefits and a casual dress code, parking, and 401K participation. A strong customer-service background is essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• One year of receptionist or call center customer service experience required.
• Two years’ experience in an automated office environment performing moderate level data entry work and/or in use of computer systems, databases and software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
• FICA Pick Up.
• Eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision FIRST DAY.
• PTO: 15 Holidays, Personal, Sick, Vacation, and Parental Leave.
• Retirement: 401K, Defined Contribution, HRA, FSA.
• Casual Work Attire & FREE Parking.

Responsibilities

• Provides customer service to visitors, to callers, to staff and to members.
• Greets persons entering establishment, determines nature and purpose of visit, and directs them to specific destinations.
• Operates telephone to answer, screen and forward calls, providing information and taking messages.
• Performs clerical support tasks such as collating and preparing meeting materials, opening mail, and transcribing information; maintains and updates meeting room calendars and coordinates after-hours security services when necessary.
• Notifies staff of front-desk deliveries.
• Uses current computer software applications to enter data and process information in accordance with Association policies and procedures.
• Operates office equipment, printing, duplicating, bindery, and mailing equipment and postage machines.
• Creates and/or maintains paper or electronic filing systems.
• Fosters a welcoming environment in the reception area.
• Answers, screens, and routes incoming multi-line calls.
• Provides exemplary customer service.
• Facilitates meeting room requests and assists with preparation of meeting materials.
• Provides support and coverage in the Printing and Mailing shop.
• Receives, sorts, processes and distributes mail.
• Communicates information to managers, co-workers and others in person, by telephone, in written form or e-mail.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Provides input into decision-making as it impacts associate staff functions.
• Performs duties related to job description.
• Provides support for organizing plans and practices for engaging members.
• Maintains confidential records and files.
• Operates in a collaborative team environment.
• Lift up to 49 pounds.
• Team lift packages above 50 pounds or greater than 90 inches.
• Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach during shifts.
• Use carts, dollies, hand trucks, and other gear such as PPE to move items around.
• Go up and down stairs (where applicable).
• Use of step stools.

Skills

Professional communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office software

Job description

Ohio Education Association seeks an Operations and Support Assistant (P&M) in Columbus, OH. The role centers on front-desk reception, greeting visitors, answering calls, and processing daily administrative tasks at OEA’s headquarters.

The position offers a salary range of $41,000.00 to $46,000.00 annually, with benefits and a casual dress code, parking, and 401K participation. A strong customer-service background is essential for success.