Campus Receptionist - Blue Springs, MO

The Receptionist performs all routine clerical and administrative work related to answering the phone, receiving and routing the public to the appropriate party, and record-keeping. General office administrative duties are also expected to be performed in collaboration with other ...

Job description

The Receptionist performs all routine clerical and administrative work related to answering the phone, receiving and routing the public to the appropriate party, and record-keeping. General office administrative duties are also expected to be performed in collaboration with other Administrative Assistants on staff.

Personal Responsibilities

• Be committed to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18; 1 Peter 2:2) by assembling for instruction in God's Word and engaging in the personal study of God's Word. 
• Responsibly use the resources at your disposal to foster the mission and vision of Abundant Life (1 Peter 5:1-4).
• Participate in an Abundant Life group (Acts 2:41-42) as well as the discipleship ministry (Matthew 28:18-20).
• Live in a way that glorifies God and aligns with the staff core values (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9).
• Be committed to giving to the needs of the saints (2 Corinthians 8:1-7 & 9:12).
• Become a member of Abundant Life.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Answers central telephone system and directs calls accordingly.
• Greets and assists guests in the Blue Springs Campus administrative offices.
• Prepares outgoing mail; sorts and distributes incoming mail/packages.
• Monitors and updates files in the church membership database as needed.
• Operates office machinery as required.
• Collaborates with central staff regarding campus events and administrative needs.
• Assists Pastors and deacons with hospital visitation schedules and communicates updates throughout the      week.
• Maintains conference rooms daily for meetings, ensuring that they are stocked and hospitable.
• Ensures that bereavement gifts are ordered and delivered.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

This position operates in a fast-paced, professional office environment and routinely uses office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and other standard equipment. Typing, proofreading, and word processing skills are required, along with the ability to handle precise detail in relation to administrative tasks. Must have a heart for ministry and exhibit the patience, tact, respect, empathy, and courtesy required to be the "face" of Abundant Life to the outside community. The ability to work a flexible schedule is required for purposes of covering the desk when others performing similar job functions are out of the office. 

Employment at AL requires a commitment to honoring the Lord in work and life, as well as the character to uphold the AL Staff Core Values of Synergy, Excellency, Integrity, Tenacity, Humility, and Loyalty. The skills, qualifications, and responsibilities listed here are not intended to be all-inclusive of the abilities needed to perform the job.

Education/Experience

• A high school diploma (or equivalent) and 3 or more years of experience in an administrative/receptionist role.

Hours

• Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
• 28 hours

 *It is the policy of Abundant Life Church to provide a workplace free from discrimination. We base all employment decisions on job-related qualifications and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, military status, or any other class protected by federal, state or local law.