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What would I be expected of as a secretary in a shul?



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rimon613




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 12:24 am
What would I be expected to do and what is the average salary?
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5mom




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 12:58 am
It depends on the size and type of shul.
One thing to remember is that you will be the public face of the institution. How you treat people is very important. It's a job suited for a cheerful, upbeat personality.
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naturalmom5




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 1:01 am
It all depends on the shul

Its like being a mayor of a little hamlet of40 pp!l as opposed to new York city
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the world's best mom




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 8:50 am
I used to be a shule secretary. I dealt a lot with Kaddish requests, donations and Mi SheBairachs. I don't know if that is the norm though.
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Maya




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 9:03 am
Shouldn't whoever is looking to hire you be able to outline what your duties would be?
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cm




 
 
    
 

Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 9:24 am
You probably need to be reasonably adept with Microsoft Office and possibly shul management software. You will need to be able to handle business communications (phones, letter writing, email) in a professional manner. Beyond that, I agree with the previous response - someone from the shul leadership should be able to describe what they are looking for. There may be scheduling, ordering supplies, dealing with vendors - the usual office tasks.
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amother
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Post Wed, Feb 03 2016, 10:16 am
Busy times are usually Erev Shabbos and Erev yontif, so beware. Smile Mi shaberachs, shul bulletins, phone calls, emails, yahrzeits, coordinating events. High holiday seating is a big thing that some shul secretaries deal with.
Pay is probably whatever average secretary pay is.
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