Temple Israel of Boston is Hiring a Front Desk Receptionist / Administration Support Near Boston, MA

A large Jewish synagogue located in the heart of the Longwood Medical Area, just a few minutes from Fenway is looking for a Front Desk Receptionist. This candidate will possess a high level of professionalism, excellent phone etiquette, and the ability to multi-task while working independently on some administrative tasks with minimal supervision. This person acts as the face of the congregation, greeting members coming into the building, and knowing the schedule of events for each day. This position is part of the Facilities Team, reporting to the Director of Facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a high-traffic environment greeting both staff and visitors.
• Understands that teamwork is critical to success, and possessing strong verbal skills.
• Complete administrative assistant duties as assigned.
• Experience using and interfacing with technology.
• Maintains an upbeat and cheerful attitude.
• Understands the importance of being part of a community and team and is able to work to better the team’s mission(s).
• Answering phone system and screening incoming calls.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of copy room and front desk reception area.
• On occasion, must coordinate volunteers to help with congregation-wide mailings.
• Communicate effectively in a manner that conveys respect, sensitivity, and professionalism.
• Ability to use initiative and problem-solve.
• Order supplies as needed.
• Sort mail and packages.
• Perform other related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

• This candidate will be an effective communicator.
• This person will understand that they are the face of the organization, first to contact the community we serve.
• Proficiency in administrative methods and procedures and secretarial/clerical skills is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of pertinent computer software and systems including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Minimum of one to three years of front desk experience.
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time, with complete benefit package
Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (sometimes later per events)
• Weekend availability

Work Location: On location

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