Returnship - Receptionist - Colorado Springs, United States - Pitkin County

Description

Salary: $21.50 Hourly

Location : Aspen-Castle Creek, CO

Job Type: Temporary, no benefits

Job Number:

Department: Senior Services

Opening Date: 03/19/2024

Hiring Minimum: $21.50

Hiring Maximum: $21.50

Hiring Range Description: The pay for this position is set at a specific rate

** Early applications are encouraged**

*Job Postings without Closing Dates:
Job postings that do not have a closing date will remain open until filled.

*Job Postings with Closing Dates:
An application dealine may be extended if the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected. Likewise, a job posting may be closed prior to the listed closing date if the number of applications reach the limit for that position.

Job Summary

This opportunity is specifically designed to give seasoned professionals a chance to re-enter the workforce after retirement. Embark on a rewarding journey where your wealth of experience meets new challenges. Rediscover the joy of contributing to the community, while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work environment.

The Receptionist at the Pitkin County Senior Center provides basic front desk support to visitors and creates a resource-rich experience for customers.

If you're a retiree with a wealth of knowledge and a hunger for new horizons, this is the perfect position for you.

This position is 16 hours per week and temporary.
Job Responsibilities

• Welcomes guests; assists visitors and directs them to the correct staff person as needed.
  
• Answers the phone, takes messages and transfers calls as needed daily.
  
• Assists clients in coordinating and signing up for programs daily, including signing up and signing in for lunch.
  
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
  
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills

• Up to 1 year experience
  
• High School Diploma or GED; Associates Degree preferred

Knowledge of:

• General County and office policies and procedures
  
• Records management principles and practices
  
• Customer service techniques, including de-escalation
  
• Basic accounting and budgeting principles and practices

Skill In:

• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks
  
• Typing and entering data with speed and accuracy
  
• Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite
  
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
  
• Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Please discuss benefits for this position during the interview process.