What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist position at Midcoast Maine Community Action?
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and friendly Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for our clients and visitors, while managing various administrative tasks. This role requires a proactive individual who can handle multiple responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome guests in a professional manner, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Manage incoming calls, emails, and inquiries, directing them to the appropriate personnel as needed.
- Strong telephone skills including a courteous telephone manner and knowledge of and experience with multi-line phone systems.
- Conduct eligibility screening, verify information and orient participants to the WIC program.
- Maintain office, medical and outreach supply inventory for the WIC program.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, accuracy and attention to detail, comfortable multi-tasking, flexibility, and ability to prioritize tasks are a must.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in a related field a plus.
- Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance per state standards, and access to reliable transportation; compliance with MMCA policies pertaining to safe vehicle operation required.
- Prior to starting employment, must be able to pass a DHHS child Protective services record check, and motor vehicle record checks, that indicate no previous record of involvement with child abuse or exploitation and no disqualifying criminal or motor vehicle record that would preclude working with children.
This position is part-time 25 hours per week.
Please forward a cover letter, resume with complete work history, and contact information for three professional references to Mid coast Maine Community Action.
Positions remain open until suitable candidates are found.
Midcoast Maine Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
Please request any accommodations necessary to participate in the application process.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
