Receptionist - Part Time

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Receptionist for the Corpus Christ Corps, located in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Job Summary

Answers the telephone in a courteous manner and directs calls to the appropriate destination; records accurate and complete messages when necessary; receives and receipts deliveries and donations; greets and announces visitors and clients; provides general information about The Salvation Army's operations and services; performs routine clerical work such as typing and filing. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to direct phone calls to the appropriate person or destination. Ability to respond to and assist callers and visitors in a calm, courteous and tactful manner.  Ability to record accurate and complete messages.  Ability to perform clerical support work while operating the multi-line telephone. Ability to maintain an adequate supply of applications, informative materials and/or brochures for distribution to visitors. Ability to respond to emergencies in a calm and effective manner.  Ability to plan and coordinate the distribution of food and commodities to the public.  Ability to project a positive and professional image of The Salvation Army. Knowledge of Excel and MS Office software applications. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in order to accomplish work in accordance with quality standards and deadlines.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D., and Prior experience working in customer service or receptionist responsibilities, or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Certifications: Valid State Driver’s License (Preferred)

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively. Ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and time constraints. Ability to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conduct all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism. Ability to operate a telephone and/or switchboard. Ability to sort documents alphabetically and numerically. Duties are usually performed seated.  Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Moderate amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light to moderately heavy objects (25-50 lbs.) frequently. Working Conditions: Work is usually performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Additional Comments:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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This is a part-time hourly position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled 

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