Receptionist - Afternoon Shift

Description

The position of Afternoon Receptionist functions in a dual role by performing both receptionist and administrative support duties as a normal part of the workday. Receptionist duties include performing all routine clerical and administrative work related to answering the phone, welcoming guests, routing the public to the appropriate party, and record-keeping. In addition, this position will complete scheduled weekly tasks in support of the Executive Assistant.

Personal Responsibilities

- Be committed to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18; 1 Peter 2:2) by assembling together for instruction in God’s Word, and engaging in the personal study of God’s Word.

- Responsibly use the resources at your disposal to foster the mission and vision of Abundant Life (1 Peter 5:1-4).

- Participate in an Abundant Life group (Acts 2:41-42) as well as the discipleship ministry (Matthew 28:18-20).

- Live in a way that glorifies God and aligns with the staff core values (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9).

- Be committed to the ministry of giving to the needs of the saints (2 Corinthians 8:1-7 and 9:12) and to seek to abound in this ministry (2 Corinthians 8:7).

- Become a member of Abundant Life Church

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Receptionist Responsibilities

- Answers central telephone system and directs calls accordingly.

- Greets and assists guests in the AL administrative offices.

- Prepares outgoing mail; sorts and distributes incoming mail/packages.

- Monitors and updates files in the church membership database as needed.

- Operates office machinery as required.

- Assists Pastors and deacons with hospital visitation schedules, and communicates updates throughout the week.

- Maintains conference rooms daily for meetings, ensuring that they are stocked and hospitable.

- Other administrative duties as assigned.

Additional Administrative Responsibilities

- Adds sermon notes to digital platform and prints handouts for campus.

- Assembles the birthday card list and mailing labels for congregation (500/month).

- Ensures that sympathy cards are sent to grieving church members.

- Assists the Executive Assistant with research projects.

- Reconciles credit card statements and prepares check requests.

- Attends various staff meetings.

- Completes other duties as requested.

Skills and Qualifications

This position requires someone with excellent time-management skills and a high level of organizational detail that can thrive in a deadline-heavy work environment. To be successful, a knowledge of editing and grammar is required. A positive, outgoing, and friendly attitude are vital to the success of this position, as is the ability to be assertive and detail-oriented. Confidentiality and professionalism are of the highest importance to maintain the integrity of Abundant Life. 

Above all, AL relies heavily on the embodiment of the Staff Core Values in all areas of the ministry to support our mission of seeing lives changed by Jesus and our vision of being living proof of a loving God to a watching world. The essential functions and responsibilities listed are representative of the position, but are not intended to be all-inclusive of the traits needed to perform the job.

Experience 

A high school diploma (or equivalent) and 3 or more years of experience in an administrative/receptionist role are recommended to perform the job duties of this position.

*It is the policy of Abundant Life Church to provide a workplace free from discrimination. We base all employment decisions on job-related qualifications and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law.