Job Opening: Receptionist (Starting as soon as June 2023)

Objective: The parish office receptionist provides the initial interface with parishioners and the public who come in contact with Sacred Heart Catholic Church via personal visits, telephone and online. This position is essentially a ministry of welcome and assistance.

Job Description:

• Collect payment and provide receipts for various parish programs, Mass intentions, etc.
• Manage parish Mass stipend book
• Prepare weekly church bulletin
• Prepare inserts for bulletins or various church programs as needed
• Maintain good customer service at front desk for parishioners and non-parishioners providing a positive, welcoming atmosphere
• Greet, answer questions and direct visitors appropriately; properly notify other employees of a visitor’s arrival
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls kindly and professionally
• Maintain security at front entrance
• Create Liturgical Schedules and upload schedules to website
• Maintain Sacramental Records including Baptismal, Marriage and Death Registrars in addition to preparation of general Baptismal Certificates and Baptismal Certificates with Notations
• Manage Cemetery Records including selling plots, writing receipts and recording information in the cemetery computer program and receipt book

Additional Considerations:
It is understood that there may be additional duties requested; any additional duties will be discussed thoroughly with the Receptionist prior to assignment; training will be provided for these and all jobs requested.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Friendly, outgoing manner
• Ability to communicate effectively with other staff, parishioners and visitors
• Ability to deal positively with challenging situations; calmness under pressure
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Publisher

Employment Information:

• Employment Category: Full Time
• FSLA Classification: Non-Exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Monthly
• Supervisor: Business Manager (Primary) & Pastor (Secondary)
• Evaluation: Initially at six months and thereafter on an annual basis
• Desired Start Date: June 2023

*If interested in applying for the Receptionist position, please contact the Sacred Heart Parish Office at 940-759-2500.