Bilingual Secretary and Receptionist (Full-Time) – Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Orange

General Description

The Bilingual Parish Secretary provides administrative and secretarial office support and welcomes all who come into or telephone the parish office.

Qualifications/Skills

• Good knowledge of the teachings and practices of the Catholic Church.
• Comprehensive fluency in English and Spanish, written and spoken.
• Strong organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and to discern priorities amidst multiple assigned tasks, referring frequently to directives given by the pastor.
• Must demonstrate solid interpersonal skills and ability to courteously welcome, without distinction, all who come to the parish office.
• Up-to-date computer skills including proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google Drive Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar, etc.) In addition, knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or similar graphic design software will be appreciated.
• Proficient knowledge of internet for information gathering and job-related searches.
• Ability to use “Facebook” and similar social media for posting and inviting to parish events; ability to update online calendar for parish staff; readiness to learn “e-Catholic” website applications to update parish website.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain friendly relations with all staff members.
• Ability to honor and maintain confidentiality. Strict confidentiality is expected with all matters relating to individuals and with all pastor’s personal information, appointments, and consultation.
• Capable and willing to learn, take initiative, accept changes in a variety of concrete circumstances, and capable of carrying out such changes in accomplishing assigned duties.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent education is required. Associate or Bachelor degree will be appreciated.

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To apply, please send your resume to: olmcorangepastor@gmail.com