Receptionist

Receptionist

Emeryville, California, United States

As our Receptionist, you are the first point of contact and the ultimate brand ambassador. You don't just answer phones; you curate a 5-star guest experience. Whether you're greeting a high-level executive, managing a global switchboard, or ensuring our conference rooms are "camera-ready," you are the glue that holds our professional environment together.

We are looking for a high-energy, polished professional who thrives on variety and takes pride in being the "go-to" person for both guests and employees.

What You'll Do:

• Master of First Impressions: Greet all visitors with warmth, manage the digital guest log, and ensure security protocols (NDAs) are followed seamlessly.
• Communication Hub: Expertly route global calls and handle sensitive inquiries with absolute discretion and a "business-first" attitude.
• Access Control: Act as the gatekeeper for facility security, issuing badges and managing access cards with meticulous detail.
• Operational Ninja: You're a team player who isn't afraid to jump in where needed. You'll be cross-trained in Mail Services, Hospitality, and Facilities Support to keep the office running at peak performance.
• Event & Meeting Support: From ordering top-tier catering to setting up high-tech conference rooms, you ensure every meeting goes off without a hitch.
• Workspace Curator: Keep the reception, barista, and pantry areas looking pristine and fully stocked

Who You Are:

• Customer-Obsessed: You are driven by client satisfaction and have a "no task is too small" mentality.
• A Natural Professional: You possess a polished appearance, excellent English communication skills, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Tech-Savvy: You're comfortable with multi-line phone systems, PC/Mac environments, MS Office, and modern office tech (scanners/copiers).
• Detail-Oriented: You notice the small thingsa dying plant in the lobby, a low toner alert, or an unreturned visitor badgeand you fix them before anyone else notices.

The Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: 13 years of professional experience (Reception, Concierge, or High-end Retail/Hospitality strongly preferred).
• Physical Agility: This role keeps you moving! You should be comfortable walking, standing, and occasionally lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Reliability: You are punctual and ready to own your assigned work hours.

Why Join Our Team?

This is more than a front-desk job; it is an entry point into a career in Corporate Operations. We value cross-training, professional development, and a culture where your hard work is visible every single day.

Compensation: The expected compensation is an estimate, and the final offer will depend on skills, experience, and other job-related factors. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): No AI or automated decision-making tools are used to screen, assess, or select candidates for this role. SPS uses the Greenhouse applicant tracking system, which does not apply AI in these parts of the hiring process. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay Range

$22 - $24 USD

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career Growth: An opportunity to enter a job that allows you to learn new skills or use a variety of them that may lead you to uncover other career opportunities!
• Learning & Development: At SPS, we promote a work culture of learning so that you can develop to be the best at what you do!
• We Recognize Talent: We offer a variety of recognition programs for all levels of employees!
• Benefit Offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, HCFSA, DCFSA, HSA, Commuter Transit and Parking, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Program, Identify Theft Protection, Pet Discounts, Pet Insurance, Group Home and Auto Insurance, EAP, Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Education Discounts, 401k w/ matching, Entertainment Discounts, & Paid Time Off. Note: Please inquire with the Human Resources team for benefit offerings per role as regular positions that routinely are under 30 hours/week may have a different benefit offering.

About SPS

SPS is an award-winning employer of choice offering outsourcing solutions that leverage Intelligent Automation (Artificial Intelligence & Robotic Process Automation) in more than 22 countries across the globe. In North America, our services include Mailroom Management (both physical and digital), Office Services such as Reception, Lobby Concierge and Conference Room Management in addition to Document Processing Services utilizing leading edge technologies. Our clients today are companies in sectors such as banking, insurance, legal, higher education, advertising and other professional services, including many Fortune 500 companies. SPS is committed to delivering high caliber outsourcing experience to our clients and offering our employees challenging and exciting career opportunities throughout the North America region and globally. SPS is committed to investing in the professional development of our employees and offers competitive comprehensive benefits and diverse development training programs that lead to building careers.

At SPS we embrace the uniqueness of our employees and are committed to the fair and equal treatment of all people, applicants, and employees by promoting a culture of access, inclusion, equity and diversity.

SPS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, age, disability, genetics, military status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by applicable law.

Colorado only: We accept applications for an expected minimum of 5 days from the date it is posted. The posting may remain open longer as needed to ensure a robust and inclusive applicant pool.

To ensure a fair and authentic interview process, applicants may not use AI tools or any other form of real-time assistance during interviews. SPS team members may use transcription or note-taking technology solely to support accurate interview documentation.

SPS offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.

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