Nature Center Front Desk Receptionist

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Part Time Joliet, IL, US

13 days ago Requisition

Under the supervision of the Nature Center Superintendent, the Front Desk Personnel performs general reception, clerical, and customer service duties.

• Greet each member of the public entering the Nature Center.
• Inform the public about upcoming Nature Center programs.
• Answer phone and take messages for staff.
• Schedule field trips.
• Schedule facility rentals.
• Keep calendar up to date.
• Register clients for Park District programs.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned by Nature Center Superintendent.
• Take inventory of and stock Nature Center resale items.
• Clean and maintain reception area.
• Conduct some minor animal maintenance.
• Run occasional errands for Nature Center-related events.
• Maintain a change fund.
• Run daily reports to be turned in with deposits.
• Order supplies when requested.
• Must attend Nature Center meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Part time, may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

None

Employee’s general work area indoors is a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting. Employee may be required to work outdoors during various weather conditions, including, but not limited to, cold, heat, snow, wind, rain, etc. Outdoor environment includes a wooded area with uneven walking surfaces.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; bend; kneel; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; taste and smell; and carry materials. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Able to multi-task and still maintain a professional demeanor.
• Spanish speaker is a plus

The Joliet Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.