Corporate Receptionist

ReceptionistThe receptionist will be responsible for providing a friendly, professional first impression to both staff and visitors via face-to-face, email or telephone. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, and can multi-task within diverse demands. This individual will create efficiency in their daily workflow, maintain office morale, and provide clerical support within the organization.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreets, announces and verifies all guests, in-person or telephone; answering or referring inquiriesDirects visitors by maintaining employee and department directories; giving instructionsWilling and able to have a mainstay presence at the receptionist's desk during business hours (Mon-Fri, 8a-5p CT)Enforces office security by following procedures; issuing and retrieving visitor badgesMaintains safe, clean office and reception areas by complying with office procedures, rules, and regulationsMaintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needsContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededResponds to incoming calls, transfer to appropriate personnel, distribute messages, interact with customers, distributors and vendorsPlaces and distributes orders for office, kitchen and food suppliesMaintains regular, consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, and personal appearanceManages, organizes, and updates relevant employee data, contact lists, and in-house library of pertinent materialsPick-up, sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries on a daily basisAssists in administrative problem solving, program/project planning, development, execution of stated goals and objectivesMeeting coordination, conference trade shows, program functions and/or special events assistanceCreate, compose and edit administrative correspondence and documentationMonitors, reconciles, and assists with day-to-day administration of all areas, including, but not limited to, expense reports, travel arrangements, conference room calendar maintenance, creating and maintaining files, etc.Performs diverse range of administrative activities for department; serves as a central point of liaison with other areas and external constituencies in the resolution of a variety of day-to-day mattersMaterial preparation assistance, i.e., agendas, PowerPoint presentations, EXCEL spreadsheets, etc.Perform other duties as deemed necessary and subject to change at any given timeQualifications and SkillsRequires at least 5+ years of relevant experienceHigh School Diploma required; Bachelor's degree a plusPhysically able to perform; frequent lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, climbing stairs, pulling, prolonged standing or sitting, etc.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, PowerPoint, EXCEL, and Word); Adobe Creative Suite a plusExcellent organizational skillsSolid verbal and nonverbal communication skills; above average interpersonal skillsAbility to work with several individuals, as part of a team, and take direction from various sources simultaneouslyAbility to communicate within all levels in organization, take initiative, and possess dependabilityAbility to handle multiple simultaneous, time-sensitive projectsMaintains confidentiality in all matters$16.50 - $21.50 an hourApplicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.We offer a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional "al la carte" benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.