Administrative Assistant/Front Desk Greeter

Administrative Assistant

Full Time Days

8 : 30am-5pm

Pay rate between $15-18 / hr, based on experience

Lutheran Social Services CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence has been the sole resource for victims seeking shelter in Franklin County for more than four decades, providing a Temporary Emergency Shelter, 24-Hour Crisis Hotline, DV Counseling, Legal Advocacy, Peer Support Groups and more.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission : Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as an Administrative Assistant with Lutheran Social Services?

• Welcome all visitors when they arrive at the reception area.
• Answer switchboard and route calls to the appropriate person, department or agency.
• Open and distribute mail, notifying clients of mail / packages.
• Maintain the receptionist desk at all times.
• Make copies, fax documents, order supplies that support the work of CHOICES.
• Assist in maintaining the file room.
• Help to create a hospitable environment for partnership meetings.
• Manage the scheduling of meeting spaces within the building.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times with residents, donors, volunteers and other staff.
• Work alongside maintenance and housekeeping to maintain a clean and healthy environment.
• Follow all protocols related to the security cameras, emergency evacuation and access to the building.
• Conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the policies and principles of LSS.
• Update and distribute the telephone listing on a quarterly basis.
• Data entry.
• Provide ongoing support to SHI partner agencies receiving rent or mortgage assistance applications.
• Maintain SHI records, manage program data, and prepare reports and invoices for ED's approval.
• Maintain a list of vendors with W9s on file and share with partners.
• Comply with federal program guidelines and City of Columbus regulations under the ED's supervision.
• Process SHI program applications and submit payment requests to Finance ensuring timely collection, collation and production of statistical information and reports.

Requirements for an Administrative Assistant with Lutheran Social Services :

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
• One year secretarial experience.
• Able to type 50 wpm.
• Computer experience required, Microsoft Office preferred.

As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.

Benefits with Lutheran Social Services :

• Health insurance with 4-plan options!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings Account
• PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community.

About Lutheran Social Services :

We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing .

LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.