Description

Job title: Front Desk Associate

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Job Band: 4

Department: Operations

Reports to: Director, Building Operations and Events

Work Schedule and Hours: Part-time, 30 hours per week, with availability required for both weekdays and weekends. This role is part of a team covering front desk responsibilities. Depending on the various activities and events scheduled throughout each week, it is necessary for this role to be flexible on the days worked.

Salary range: $21/hr - $23.50/hr.

Your purpose starts here! By joining Redeemer East Side, you’ll help build a great city; bringing personal conversion, community formation, social justice, and cultural renewal to New York City and, through it, the world. We are FOR NYC; creating space for our community, where people’s questions are valued, and where our neighbors are known, loved, and cared for.

Position Summary

Redeemer East Side is seeking a capable and friendly Front Desk Associate to be the first point of contact for staff, visitors, and event clients at our E91st Street building. The first few in this role will be responsible for helping to build new systems to ensure smooth operations. Agility and initiative are key qualities we are looking for, as this role will play a crucial part in shaping the front desk operations and cultivating a welcoming environment. The Front Desk Associate will provide strong administrative support, work closely with Redeemer East Side and Redeemer City to City staff, and also oversee security-related responsibilities, ensuring that all visitors are properly checked in and directed appropriately. This is a part-time position with employee-only benefits, requiring flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

1. Reception and Guest Services

• Greet all guests and visitors in a friendly, respectful, and professional manner, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
• Provide dependable and reliable coverage with scheduled shifts and front desk coverage.
• Direct guests to their destinations and answer questions.
• Answer and manage telephone calls, including screening and forwarding calls as necessary.
• Set up digital signage and flight boards for events and classes.
• Respond to questions and manage communications via walkie-talkies with on-site staff.
• Assist with check-in for large gatherings, ensuring efficient and organized processing of guests.
• Monitor and assist with vendor load-ins and guest traffic flow in the lobby during events.

2. Security and Access Management

• Oversee the check-in process for all individuals entering the building, ensuring they are properly identified and cleared for access.
• Collaborate with the building operations team to maintain a secure environment by monitoring entry points, managing security camera surveillance, and upholding safety measures.
• Report any security incidents or guest feedback to the appropriate management staff.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of the facility, ministry information, and general operations to assist visitors and enhance security protocols.

3. Administrative Support

• Receive, sort, and distribute deliveries and mail.
• Respond to emails and assist with initial vetting of event space rental inquiries.
• Maintain and update important front desk documents, including instruction manuals, contact lists, policy documents, and neighborhood resources.
• Replenish brochures, information cards, and other materials in the lobby.
• Provide assistance during events, as needed.

Competencies Required

• Demonstrates high integrity
• Teachable and eager to take on challenges and learn new things in a dynamic environment
• Adaptable and flexible work style.
• Takes responsibility / accountability for own performance and behavior.
• Self-motivated and driven to complete tasks.

Requirements

How to Apply

Please apply using this link:

https://eastside-redeemer.apscareerportal.com/j/02frhr5

Primary Contact: Evelyn Burroughs

Email: evelyn.burroughs@redeemer.com

Phone: -

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