Receptionist (Temp)

Vida Shoes International • New York, NY

9d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Receptionist will greet, assist, and provide direction and information to clients, visitors, and other guests of the organization.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or equivalent with two (2) years of related work experience or a combination of completed education and/or related work experience equal to two (2) years is required.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Able to effectively handle confidential and proprietary information
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job
• Customer Service – ability to respond promptly and courteously to all questions from students and faculty, demonstrating patience and persistence when helping students with little or no computer skills
• Detail Oriented - Proven accuracy and attention to detail
• Ethics – able to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and a high degree of ethics in all job-related actions
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs

Responsibilities

• Greet clients, visitors, and guests in a friendly manner; determine the purpose of each person’s visit and direct them to the appropriate location.
• Accept, screen and route telephone calls, directing inquiries as appropriate and/or providing information; Take detailed messages when desired party is unavailable.
• Act as backup to cover Receptionist at 29 West 56 office (across the street)
• Receive mail, documents, packages, and courier deliveries, and sort and distribute items to appropriate associates.
• Partner with Facilities and Housekeeping to ensure maintenance, facilities, and housekeeping requests are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible, and professional engagement.
• Provide assistance to the HR team as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED