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Join the ACLU of Washington's Volunteer Reception Team!

The ACLU of Washington is a nonprofit organization devoted to defending and extending civil rights and civil liberties.  Its staff and numerous volunteers, works in a fast-paced, friendly, and professional office.   The Volunteer Receptionist can choose a regular schedule working a minimum of 1 shift per week, either mornings or afternoons, 9a – 1p or 1p – 5p. The Volunteer Receptionist reports to the Legal Intake Assistant and Reception Lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as front desk receptionist, field incoming phone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff. Greet and direct visitors, including people seeking help, committee members, allies, and sales people.  Provide general information about the ACLU. Calmly respond to people who are seeking ACLU’s help.
  • Retrieve and distribute mail; receive and sign for deliveries.
  • Handle typing, copying, data-entry, collating mailing materials and other assignments from the Special Assistant.
  • Assist in research, using the Internet and other resources.
  • Ensure that the front door and the phones are open and/or closed according to schedule. 
  • Keep the In/Out Board updated, and post the daily conference room schedule.
  • Help facilitate smooth running of the office. Insure the neat appearance and organization of the reception, kitchen and supply room.
  • Help maintain a positive, respectful, welcoming, and professional work environment for employees, interns and other volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Excellent communication skills over the phone and in person. 
  • A welcoming, confident, and professional working manner, including the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people.  Good judgment and discretion are required.
  • Computer proficiency with PCs, Microsoft Word, Outlook and the Internet preferred. Attention to detail is a must.
  • Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, to work under pressure. 
  • Understanding of and enthusiasm for civil liberties.
  • A commitment to diversity; a personal approach that values the individual and respects differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ability and socio-economic circumstance.
  • A minimum 6-month commitment is preferred.
  • We are also interested in volunteers who will be available to pick up additional volunteer reception hours when needed.

REWARDS

Exposure to important, cutting-edge issues with a lively and skilled team of advocates at the nation’s premier civil liberties organization. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to Volunteerjobs@aclu-wa.org and include in the subject line of the email:  your last name and Volunteer Receptionist.  In your letter, please indicate where you learned of the posting.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. 

The ACLU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified individuals of every race, creed, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity to apply.

The ACLU of Washington comprises two separate corporate entities, the ACLU of Washington and the ACLU of Washington Foundation. The ACLU of Washington and the ACLU of Washington Foundation share the same mission, office space, and employees. This job posting refers collectively to the two organizations under the name “ACLU of Washington.”