Front Desk Administrative Assistant at the Portland Red Cross (age 17+) Referral

Are you a welcoming, well-organized, and enthusiastic person who is interested in a front desk volunteer opportunity?

• Front Desk Administrative Assistants are the welcoming faces of the Portland Red Cross office. Greet visitors and direct them to the appropriate individual or department, while ensuring that the visitor's log is accurately maintained. Assist with various projects as requested.

You'll need to meet these important qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Follows policies and procedures
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Maintains confidentiality; works with integrity and ensures American Red Cross ethical standards are followed

Time Commitment: 

• 1+ shift a month, with shifts being 4.5 hours in length
• 2 shifts a day are available, 7 days a week:
  • 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM
  • 12:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Opportunity Requirements:

• Background check
• Volunteers must be 17 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity; any volunteer under age 18 requires parental consent

Volunteer Benefits:

• Gain valuable training and experience while providing an invaluable service to your community
• Network and meet new people
• Develop customer service skills that last a lifetime

To Apply:

• Visit the Red Cross site and complete an application!

Click on "Express Interest" below if you are interested in helping out!

**This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.
**Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.