Join Treehouse's Team of Front Desk Volunteers

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Open Shifts:
Tuesdays from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wednesdays from 1 - 5 p.m.
Thursdays from 1 - 5 p.m.

Position Description:
Treehouse's front desk volunteers are the face of our organization in our day-to-day operations. You will be responsible for completing a standing list of daily office functions, as well as individual projects based on your skills and interests.

A Typical Shift at the Front Desk:

• Complete the checklist for opening or closing the office.
• Professionally greet and assist visitors at the office and people calling on the phone.
• Refer callers and visitors to the appropriate department and/or appropriate community resources for additional services.
• Check messages on the main line and return or forward calls to appropriate staff as necessary.
• Assist in the scheduling of events in conference rooms, posting calendars, and providing directions.
• In your down time, work on a standing project or help with miscellaneous administrative projects (samples include: preparing mailings, data entry, creating monthly resource guides, etc.).
• Create a positive and welcoming environment for everyone coming into the office.

Position Qualifications:

• Age requirement: Front desk volunteers must be 18 or older.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and able to navigate the Internet.
• Comfortable learning how to operate a phone with multiple lines.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational abilities, and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals of diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds.

Time Commitment:

We ask front desk volunteers to commit to a standing weekly or biweekly shift for three months or
longer.