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Receptionist

  • Jackson, MS, United States
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Job details

Education
High school diploma
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Description The Department of Undergraduate Admissions is accepting applications for Receptionist position. Examples of Duties

  • Greet and welcome guests
  • Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
  • Answer, screen, forward and take messages for incoming phone calls
  • Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
  • Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
  • Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
  • Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk
  • Order front office supplies and keep inventory of stock
  • Update calendars and schedule meetings as needed
  • Input student and prospective student data into student information system as needed
  • Receive information from students and prospective students
  • Perform other clerical and receptionist related duties such as filing, photocopying, printing and faxing
  • Other duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
  • Competency in Microsoft Suite
  • Three years proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
  • Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. computer, fax machines, copiers and printers)
  • Professional attitude and appearance
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • Able to contribute positively as part of a team, helping out with various tasks as required.
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
  • Customer service attitude

Benefits

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the complete benefits package.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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Skills

  • Fix meetings
  • Microsoft Office
  • Office equipment
  • Organizational skills
  • Multitasking
  • Time management
  • Prioritization
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service

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