Congregation Kol Ami Front Desk Receptionist Job Description
Hours : 20-25 hours a week (arranged M-F sometime between 9 am-5pm)
About us : Congregation Kol Ami is an inclusive synagogue that celebrates the rich traditions of our Jewish faith and heritage.
Congregation Kol Ami’s mission is to provide Jews by birth, Jews by choice, and K’rov Yisrael interfaith families a place to join together as we worship, learn, and celebrate Judaism in a dynamic and caring community.
Every person counts and everyone is welcome.
Knowledge of Jewish traditions and observances not required.
The Receptionist reports to the Office Manager, and is either responsible for or has a significant role in the following functions :
1. Reception and Service
- Greet members and visitors and address needs
- Answer and screen calls and check messages and screen / forward / respond
- Create weekly voicemail phone message
- Assist in member communications & emails
2. Office and Synagogue Assistance
- Assist with administrative tasks
- Maintain office equipment and supply inventory for Synagogue and Office
- Support Clergy, Executive Director, Office Staff, and Committees as needed
- Maintain a tidy office
- Order and inventory linens
3. Correspondence and Mailings
- Prepare mailings, reports and respond to emails
- File documents / paperwork in member / other files
4. All other duties as assigned (including, but not limited to) :
- Maintains confidentiality and discretion at all times
- Maintain workplace security awareness
- Provide excellent customer service
- Follow the Kol Ami Handbook and Emergency Response Guidelines
Job Requirements :
- Excellent communication skills
- Professional demeanor and attitude
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite or similar products
- Organizational structure to multitask, work with pressure
- Willing to step in and help where needed
- High school degree or GED