About the Role The HDEC is seeking a cheerful, energetic, and highly organized Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to serve as the "face" of our center. This role requires a unique blend of warmth and professionalism; you will be the first point of contact for survivors, students, volunteers, and the community. The ideal candidate is a proactive "people person" who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses a creative eye for design (flyers/eblasts), and has the technical savvy to manage complex data and correspondence.
Key Responsibilities The First Impression:
Greet and assist guests and volunteers with a welcoming disposition; manage a multi-line phone system with professional etiquette.
Communications & Outreach:
Draft "Thank You" letters and donor correspondence; create engaging flyers, nametags, and e-blasts.
Administrative Support:
Maintain accurate volunteer attendance records and perform meticulous data entry/sorting within Excel and our internal databases.
Event & Project Coordination:
Assist in planning and scheduling appointments, meetings, and special events.
Reporting:
Create accurate and efficient reports to support organizational goals.
Office Flow:
Multitask and "switch gears" as needed to support a variety of clerical duties and mission-critical projects. Qualifications The "Must-Haves": A bright, upbeat, and outgoing personality with a genuine passion for helping others.
Technical Proficiency:
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required. Experience with design tools for flyers and e-blasts is a significant plus.
Communication Skills:
Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills; ability to draft professional correspondence with minimal supervision.
Organizational Mastery:
Strong time-management skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Adaptability:
Self-motivated and flexible, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Mission-Driven:
A background or strong interest in history, Holocaust education, or the nonprofit sector is highly preferred.
Compensation Salary :
Commensurate with experience.
Pay:
$16.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
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