Bilingual Parish Receptionist (NE)

St. Gabriel, Windsor Mill / St. Charles Borromeo, Pikesville, Pastorate seek candidates for a Bilingual Receptionist. The Receptionist will provide receptionist services and clerical support for the parish office. This is a temporary opening until mid-September; current receptionist will be on maternity leave. Must be fluent in English and Spanish (speaking and writing).




Essential Functions



Welcome and direct visitors; answer telephone calls and direct calls appropriately; retrieve and return or route messages; answer routine questions to assist other staff, volunteers, parishioners, and prospective parishioners.
Maintain parish census and offering software system.
Maintain parish sacramental records.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail: sort and distribute mail; prepare bulk mailings and related records; monitor postage meter and ensure refill as needed; prepare items for special deliveries; prepare and run mailing labels as needed.
Sell Mass cards and record Mass intentions; maintain records for Mass stipends; order Mass cards as needed.
Provide basic secretarial support as requested; type correspondence and prepare for dissemination or mailing.
Prepare and send out welcome packets for new parishioners.
Receive telephone calls during work hours from individuals requesting health care ministry visits, anointing, or Communion; notify priests, deacon, and/or volunteers on timely basis.
Perform other duties as requested or needed.

Position Qualifications



High School diploma or equivalent; minimum of three years' experience as a receptionist in a professional work environment.
Basic level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products.
General knowledge of the Catholic Church, including Sacraments.
Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, and the use of office machines and equipment; including fax, copiers, and postage machine.
Ability to project a courteous, warm, and welcoming, and empathetic image to the public and to all constituents, whether on the telephone or in person.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional demeanor in all situations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must be fluent in English and Spanish (speaking and writing).

Pay Range: $17.00 – 19.00, Hourly


Benefits: This is not a benefit eligible position.







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