Receptionist/ Administrative Assistant

Open Door Mission; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Health Insurance option

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

PTO & Sick leave

11 Paid Holidays

Christ-centered culture

On-campus meals

Job summary

Open Door Mission in Omaha, NE is seeking a full-time Receptionist to manage the front desk, answer calls, greet visitors, and support Donor Relations and Marketing/Communications with administrative tasks.

The role emphasizes teamwork, organization, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to contribute to a faith-based mission that serves the homeless and vulnerable in the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Active Christian faith with growing relationship.

Responsibilities

• Take in-coming calls and direct to the appropriate party.
• Greet visitors and notify staff.
• Maintain front office area and supplies.
• Train/oversee receptionist volunteers and keep front desk manual updated.
• Sort mail and distribute to departments.
• Accept packages and inform staff of deliveries.
• Assist with data entry and mailings.
• Demonstrate Christ-centered service and share gospel when opportunities arise.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Every day of the year, Open Door Mission provides safe shelter, meals, clothing, recovery, and life-changing programs and services to hungry and homeless in Omaha and Southwest Iowa. It’s a daunting task, and we cannot do it alone. If you are a dedicated Christian, with a desire to impact others through your job and feel good about your contribution, we hope that you will view our current job openings and prayerfully consider applying.

Location: Omaha, NE

Job Id:335

# of Openings:1

Join the Open Door Mission's team of dedicated staff who are committed to full-time Christian ministry and breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty!

ABOUT THIS POSITION

This role is a crucial member of our office team and supports many aspects of the work environment. This role gives you the chance to show off your skills if you are passionate about taking responsibility of your work and are willing to learn and progress.

The Receptionist oversees the Administration front desk area, acting as the first contact with the public when handling incoming calls, as well as greeting visitors and directing them to the correct department or person. They also assist our Donor Relations and Marketing/Communications departments with administrative duties as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

A full job description will be provided for review during the interview process.

• Take in-coming calls and direct to the appropriate party.
• Greet visitors/tours and notify appropriate staff.
• Ensure front office area is clean and maintained, and necessary supplies remain organized and stocked.
• Train and oversee receptionist volunteers. Ensure that the front desk manual stays accurate and up to date.
• Sort in-coming mail and distribute to the correct department.
• Accept in-coming packages. Notify appropriate staff of package delivery
• Assist in other administrative duties as needed, including data entry, preparation of mailings, etc.
• Exemplify Jesus Christ daily and share the gospel or pray with others as opportunities arise.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
• A visible, growing, and committed relationship with Christ, based on knowledge of Scripture and life experience.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE...

• Two or more years of reception / office management experience.
• Multitasker with excellent organization skills who performs effectively in a fast - paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be an active team player and a bility to work independently with great attention to detail.

PERKS & AVAILABLE BENEFITS

• 401(K) plan with a 2% company contribution and 4% company match
• Health Insurance option
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance, and long-term disability.
• PTO and paid Sick leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• RightNow Media Membership
• Christ-centered staff culture
• On-campus cafeteria with complimentary meals

DETAILS

• Job Type: Full Time
• Pay Range: $16.00 - $21.00 Hourly
• Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

ABOUT OPEN DOOR MISSION

Open Door Mission is a Gospel Rescue Mission founded in 1954 committed to breaking the cycle of homelessness and poverty. Each day, Open Door Mission’s campus offers 917 safe, shelter beds to people experiencing homelessness, serves over 4,747 nutritious meals to feed the hungry, and provides homeless preventive resources to more than 1,000 people living in poverty to empower them to remain in their own homes.

At Open Door Mission, we believe in coming alongside people experiencing homelessness and poverty, empathizing with their situation and speaking truth into their lives—that they are worthy, valued and created in the image of God. It’s our passion, our calling. And we’ve been doing it since 1954.

Our Impact in 2024

• Provided 195,125 nights of safe shelter.
• Served 2.0 million nutritious meals to feed the hungry.
• Empowered 33,123 individuals to remain in their own homes and preventing homelessness.
• Celebrated 77 graduates from life-changing programs.
• Helped 311 individuals achieve stable housing.
• Provided a Learning Center and Tutoring Lab for 94 children.
• Assisted 404 men and women in finding employment.