Administrative Assistant

The diocesan Office of Communications is seeking an Administrative Assistant to operate the front desk at the Diocese of Columbus Catholic Center, located at 197

E. Gay Street in Columbus, Ohio. This person serves as the first point of contact for the Diocese of Columbus, providing a welcoming, professional, and hospitable presence to clergy, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate should understand the Catholic perspective, be self-motivated, take initiative, and have the ability to prioritize and execute tasks.

• Manage front desk operations under the direction of the Communications Office.
• Screening, coordination, and logging of phone calls and visitors to the diocesan curial offices.
• Sort, distribute, and process incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain a welcoming, respectful, and calm front office environment.
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing tasks as needed.

• Strong command of the English language. Spanish language is a plus.
• Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Able to give and receive constructive criticism.

Minimum of 1 to 2 years of administrative, receptionist, or office support experience preferred. Experience in a church, nonprofit, or service-oriented environment is a plus.

Job offer is contingent on the successful passing of the mandatory background screening and completion of the VIRTUS “Protecting God’s Children” course. We offer a full complement of benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, short & long-term disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and matching 403(b). Full time benefits are according to Diocesan policy. Compensation is commensurate with candidate’s experience.