Student Front Desk Receptionist

Description

Job Summary: 

The University Catholic Center (UCC) is seeking a reliable, skilled student to assist in receptionist duties at the front desk.

Ministerial Character

The Chaplain is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the parish of University Catholic Center which the Bishop has entrusted to him. He makes Christ’s mission present and enduring in the parish. In order to fulfill his mission, the Chaplain employs suitable, chosen collaborators (clerics, religious, or lay people). He shares with them his mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Positions employed at University Catholic Center help to extend the ministry of the Chaplain in particular ways as outlined in the job description. Therefore, the employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the Chaplain in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the Church.

Essential Job Duties: 

• As an integral part of your ministry for the Church as carried out in this position, support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of University Catholic Center in both your professional and personal life.
• Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Continuously grow in your ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed.
• First point of contact for visitors – provide answers to questions about the UCC.
• Answer mainline phone and filter all calls to correct person. 
• Check and distribute mail and packages. 
• Check out keys and tablecloths.
• Assist with making copies. 
• Collect lost & found items.
• Keep the front desk tidy and clean. 
• Keep business cards stocked. 
• Assist with Will Call items. 
• Open and close the building. 
• Take Mass attendance. 
• Put Worship Aids out on Sundays and help print the Aids. 
• Keep pamphlets and booklets stocked in atrium.
• Assist with event set-up and clean-up, as needed. 
• Assist with various admin tasks, such as laminating signs, stuffing envelopes, etc. as needed.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the structure and basic teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Reliability
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and utilize effective time management techniques.
• Ability to carry out multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions in verbal or written format.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Trainings:

• High School Diploma or GED acceptable to Texas Education Agency.
• Current student at UT Austin for the 2025-2026 calendar year

Experience:

• Two (2) years of related full time wage earning experience.

Language:

• English (proficient in conversing, reading, and writing)

Catholic Requirement:

• Must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Working Conditions:

• All employees of the Parish are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Chaplain in the exercise of his ministry and obligations to the church. 
• The Parish is an at-will employer.
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the Parish are tobacco free.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
• Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
• Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech, including Roman Catholic Christian prayer and liturgical celebrations. 
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
• May be required to use personal or parish vehicle to drive to off-site locations.
• Travelling within and outside the parish to meetings and other events may be required, and travel may require overnight lodging.