Contract Receptionist

Contract Receptionist (1477993) Cohoes, New York Salary: USD22 - USD23 per hour Company: Beacon Hill's client Location: Cohoes, NY Zip Code: 10247 Work Arrangement: Full-time, onsite Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Employment Type: Contract through January 2027, with strong potential for extension Compensation: $23/hour Position Overview Beacon Hill's client is seeking an experienced and customer-focused Contract Receptionist to serve as a welcoming first point of contact for visitors and callers while providing day-to-day administrative support. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, dependable, and comfortable balancing front desk responsibilities with a variety of clerical tasks in a busy office environment. Key Responsibilities Welcome visitors upon arrival and direct them to the appropriate person or area. Answer incoming calls, provide general information, and route callers as needed. Coordinate incoming and outgoing packages and deliveries with courier services. Maintain accurate visitor and call records and distribute security passes or badges when appropriate. Manage boardroom scheduling and help ensure meeting room equipment is organized and ready for use. Provide general administrative support, including typing, filing, photocopying, document binding, and preparing mailings. Keep front desk information, records, and administrative materials organized while maintaining confidentiality. Assist with additional office and clerical needs as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience , with 5–10 years preferred . Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, customer-service-oriented approach. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with visitors, callers, and internal team members. Strong organization and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Ability to appropriately handle confidential or sensitive information. Previous experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint . #J-18808-Ljbffr