About this role
JOB STATUS: Full time (30 hours/week), 12 Months Per Year starting As Soon As Possible
LOCATION: Marshall, MN
Be the friendly face of Head Start! As a Head Start Receptionist, you'll greet families, connect them with resources, support office operations, and help create a positive experience for everyone who visits the center.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Welcome Families: Greet children, families, and visitors.
- Answer Phones: Take calls, answer questions, and direct people to the right staff member.
- Help Families: Assist with forms, appointments, enrollment information, and referrals.
- Stay Organized: Maintain records, files, attendance, and office paperwork.
- Manage the Front Desk: Keep the reception area organized and running smoothly.
- Support Staff: Assist teachers and other team members with office and administrative tasks.
- Schedule Events: Help coordinate meetings, parent conferences, trainings, and special events.
- Maintain Confidentiality: Keep family and program information secure.
- Promote Safety: Monitor visitors and support a safe environment for children, families and staff.
SKILLS TO WOW US:
- You enjoy helping people and working with families.
- You communicate well in person and on the phone.
- You are organized and can handle multiple tasks.
- You are comfortable using computers and Microsoft Office.
- You can work independently and as part of a team.
- You are reliable, professional, and respectful of confidential information.
- You enjoy working with children and people from different backgrounds.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum: High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience in a receptionist, administrative, customer service, or office support role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred: Experience working with children, families or community service programs. A valid driver's license with reliable transportation is highly valued.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
• Salary range of $16.41 - $24.90/hour - plus benefits!
• Full-time (30 hours per week), 12-Month Position, Non-Union Position
• Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!
BENEFITS:
The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 13 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility vary based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
CLOSING DATE: Open to the public until filled.
CONTACT:
United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
320-235-0850
WEBSITE:
www.unitedcapmn.org
United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.