Full Job Description
Position Summary: This position is responsible for part-time, front desk reception at SARRC's Colonel Harland D. Sanders Center for Autism Studies at 2225 N 16th Street. This position is responsible for greeting clients and visitors with a positive and helpful attitude. The Front Desk Receptionist is responsible for answering incoming calls, mail distribution, requisition of supplies, greeting guests and staff, as well as additional clerical duties. This position requires outstanding customer service and communication skills.
The schedule is as follows:
Monday – 7AM – 11AM
Tuesday – 7AM – 11AM
Wednesday – 7AM – 11AM
Thursday – 1PM – 5PM
Friday – 1PM – 5PM
What You'll Do:
Acts as receptionist to greet and assist customers, clients, and volunteers
Answers a multi-line phone in a timely manner and directs calls to the correct staff member
Processes incoming and outgoing mail and distributes to correct departments
Provides administrative and clerical support including filing, data entry, faxing, copying, ordering supplies, and assisting with Fingerprint Clearance Card processes
Coordination of meeting logistics including room calendaring, meal ordering, setup, and cleanup
Assist with projects/special events, as assigned
Who You Are:
Excellent customer skills with a positive attitude
Ability to follow oral and written instructions with little supervision
Able to take initiative on projects or tasks with efficiency
Able to work well with individuals of diverse backgrounds
Able to multitask and prioritize tasks/projects while remaining flexible to the needs of customers and staff
Able to communicate clearly when writing email communications and to verbally articulate clearly with constituents/customers at all levels within and outside of the organization
Able to work independently or collaboratively
Able to stay focused in a fast-paced and high-traffic environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Able to remain in a stationary position (i.e. sit or stand) for extended periods and move up to 25 lbs
Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful, but not required
High school diploma or GED
1 year of previous receptionist/clerical experience
1 year of customer service experience
Why You'll Love Working at SARRC:
8 paid holidays per year
Paid Time off, based on hours worked
Paid Sick Time, based on hours worked
401(k) with company match
Who We Are: Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research.
