Receptionist; Part-Time

Description

A mid‑size engineering firm in Anchorage, Alaska is looking to hire a part‑time receptionist. The shift is Monday‑Friday onsite 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. This role is a six‑month contract to hire. The pay rate is $25–$27 per hour. The receptionist is responsible for performing clerical tasks—answering phone calls, sorting and delivering mail, greeting visitors—and delivering exceptional customer service and a welcoming environment.

• Process bills and assist clients or customers with questions about their charges.
• Organize files for billing, customer and client records.
• Direct visitors to the correct office.
• Respond to all customer inquiries politely and promptly.
• Effectively answer and direct phone calls to the correct department.
• Welcome and greet visitors in a warm and friendly manner.
• Maintain and stock the reception area and all common areas, ensuring a clean and tidy environment (kitchen, bathroom, conference room, etc.).
• Operate standard office equipment regularly, including fax machine, copy machine, and computer.
• Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and of calls received.
• Receive deliveries; sort and distribute incoming mail.
• Take inventory of supplies and restock as needed.
• Maintain the general office filing system.

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in an office environment.
• Results‑driven, persistent, and self‑directed with the ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Ability to work with a team.
• Comfortable multitasking and prioritizing tasks without ongoing guidance.
• Strong time‑management skills to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner throughout the day.
• Organizational skills to maintain accurate documentation.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (reading, writing, speaking).
• Proficient technology usage skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer knowledge such as PowerPoint or Excel is a bonus.
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Ability to operate scanners, copiers, and printers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Basic data entry and scanning skills.

• Experience Level: Entry Level
• Job Type &
  
  Location:
  
  Contract to Hire, Anchorage, AK (fully onsite)
• Pay Range: $25.00 – $27.00 per hour
• Shift: Monday‑Friday, 9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical illness, accident and hospital coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions
• Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&DD for employee and dependents)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off / leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. We specialize in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and related administrative professions. Our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network help meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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