Front Desk - Part Time/Weekend Night Shift

Recruiting Opportunity Closes :

Hourly Wage : $

Hours Per Week : 16

Status : Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions : 1

Department : Operation

Position Title : Front Desk - Part Time / Weekends

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions :

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to :

To apply in person go to 14825 SW Farmington Road, Beaverton, OR 97007. Complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Charles Lincoln at or call (503) 731-3935. Mr. Lincoln is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement :

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or , attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

Scope of Position :

This position is the first impression of The Salvation Army for staff, guests, and clients and therefore, requires a positive, calm, welcoming demeanor and cooperative attitude demonstrating excellent people skills at all times. The employee will greet and record all guests entering in and calling the facility with professionalism and courtesy. All employees must work within the policies and procedures of, The Salvation Army, The Veterans Administration, and The Salvation Army Veterans and Family Center as well as extreme confidentiality (regulated by HiPPA compliance). Excellent written and verbal communication in a professional manner is a must in all interpersonal relations.

The individual hired for this position cannot participate in any form of substance abuse or show evidence of use while present on Salvation Army property.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities Required :

• Must be a cooperative member of a team and encourage clients and guests to do the same.
• Position requires consistent attendance, accuracy, and timeliness in completion of tasks.
• Working knowledge of office equipment, telephone, fax, copier, and computer a must.
• Communicate in written and verbal communication effectively.
• Must possess the self-discipline necessary to perform repetitive tasks without lowering quality of work.
• Ability to follow directions and complete daily tasks while maintaining a flexible yet self-motivated schedule.
• Ability to address multiple projects in a time-sensitive manner.
• Ability to communicate critical information accurately during stressful crisis moments.
• Ability to receive and follow directions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Working Conditions :

The front desk is the hub of the facility, and the worker will need to be alert and ready to accomplish multiple tasks and projects at once with interruptions and noise from ringing telephones, printers, copiers, walk -in traffic, multiple deadlines, and competing priorities. Frequent phone and in-person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated is common.

Physical Requirements :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hand to finger, hand, or feel objects, tools, or controls; to talk or hear; reach with hands and arms; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis. Must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Occasionally work outdoors and sometimes in inclement weather.

Miscellaneous :

Education & Experience :

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

It is expected that each employee be familiar with The Salvation Army Western Territory Handbook for Employees. Questions regarding its contents can be directed toward the immediate supervisor or the Divisional Director of Human Resources.

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

In any position with The Salvation Army, it is impossible to predict the many requests and assignments that can and will be made on an employee. This is the case with this position. Flexibility, dependability, and a cooperative spirit are crucial characteristics of the person who holds this important position and for the successful operation of Salvation Army services.

The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Its facilities and vehicles provide a smoke and drug-free work environment for all employees and volunteers.

Salary : $21