Receptionist
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At a glance
Job overview
Robert Half Office Team is hiring a Receptionist. The Receptionist will support daily front‑desk and administrative operations for a contract position in California, serving as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while creating a welcoming, organized office environment.
Key focus areas include Welcome guests and direct them to appropriate staff or meeting areas, Manage incoming phone calls, route inquiries accurately, and take clear messages, and Coordinate preparation and scheduling of conference rooms for meetings.
Important skills include Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Approachable Demeanor, Handle High Volume Inbound Calls, Accuracy, and Courtesy.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
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Full job description
Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to support daily front-desk and administrative operations for a contract position based in California. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and callers, helping create a welcoming and organized office environment. The ideal candidate is courteous, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple tasks while providing strong customer service.
Responsibilities:
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Welcome guests and direct them to the appropriate staff members or meeting areas in a friendly and attentive manner.
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Manage incoming phone calls, route inquiries accurately, and take clear messages when needed.
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Coordinate the preparation and scheduling of conference rooms to support meetings and office activities.
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Perform a range of clerical and administrative tasks that help keep the office running smoothly each day.
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Maintain a tidy and presentable reception area to ensure a positive experience for visitors and employees.
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Assist with general office support such as handling correspondence, organizing documents, and responding to routine requests. Requirements • Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, or administrative support role.
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Strong customer service skills with a detail-oriented and approachable demeanor.
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Ability to handle a high volume of inbound calls with accuracy and courtesy.
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Effective verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Proficiency with basic office software and standard administrative tools. TalentMatch®
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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