Description
The primary purpose of the Secretary/Receptionist is to facilitate communications and act as a minister of hospitality to the parish. He/she provides skilled secretarial services for parish staff and committees, maintains accurate parish records, maintains and distributes schedules as necessary, assists with baptismal and funeral planning, and maintains the parish calendar including the use and/or rental of parish facilities. He/she answers phone calls and assists the caller in a professional manner. He/she welcomes and assists visitors to the parish office. The Parish Secretary/Receptionist ensures that all aspects of his/her responsibilities are carried out in a manner that effectively serves the needs of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Community. He/she shall carry out his/her responsibilities in a manner that reflects Catholic teaching.
Requirements
Qualifications:
1. An Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field or a minimum of five years’ business experience
2. Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office applications and standard business practices
3. Demonstrated effective interpersonal communication skills
4. Ability to prioritize work assignments
5. Flexibility to adjust to changes in schedule, routines and job assignments
6. Bilingual English/Spanish required
7. Practicing Catholic who knows and understands the Catholic Church’s teachings.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Thomas Aquinas Church (Monterey Park)
1501 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
lalmaguer@stampk.org