Front Office Receptionist and Administrative Assistant – Neveh Shalom Jobs in Portland, OR at Jewish Federation of Greater Portland

Title: Front Office Receptionist and Administrative Assistant – Neveh Shalom

Company: Jewish Federation of Greater Portland

Location: Portland, OR

Compensation: $19-$24. per hour; Generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Retirement

The Front Office Receptionist/Administrative Assistant is the first point of contact for members, visitors, and guests contacting the synagogue by phone, email and in person. The position also provides general administrative support in the areas of member relations, mail handling, programming, office administration, event support and ritual communication as directed by the clergy.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Greet and welcome visitors, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate staff or service.
Answer and screen phone calls, take accurate messages, and forward calls as needed.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized reception area.
Manage and purchase office supplies
Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; prepare outgoing mail for delivery.
Assist with general clerical duties such as photocopying, filing, data entry, and preparing correspondence.
Generate daily check log
Update CRM – Enter or retrieve information from the membership system
Coordinate with volunteers on various projects
Other duties, as assigned

The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring a warm and professional first impression. Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail are essential for managing appointments, handling inquiries, and maintaining office efficiency. The ideal candidate will be proficient in multitasking, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and have a customer-focused mindset. Experience with the Jewish community, office software and administrative tasks is a plus, along with a positive attitude and a commitment to providing exceptional service.

Qualifications And Skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or relevant experience
Self-starter & able to work independently
Detail-oriented
Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellence in multi-tasking and handling a fast-paced work environment
Highly competent computer skills: Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel
Existing knowledge, or ability and willingness to learn, synagogue rituals and religious observances
Ability to learn the synagogue membership system and other applications. Experience with data entry into CRM systems is preferred
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team
Able to build and sustain relationships with diverse constituencies.
Open and calm demeanor in quick decision-making moments.

Please Email Cover Letter, Resume, And Requested Salary To:

Marlene Edenzon, Executive Director at [email protected].

Compensation: $19-$24. per hour; Generous benefits package including Medical, Dental & Retirement

Please Email Cover Letter, Resume, And Requested Salary To:

Marlene Edenzon, Executive Director at [email protected].

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Front Office Receptionist and Administrative Assistant – Neveh Shalom

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Portland, OR

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Jewish Federation of Greater Portland

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