Receptionist; Temporary

Job Summary

Compass Systems Inc. is seeking a full-time temporary Receptionist. Duties include operating telephone switchboard console, directing calls and visitors to appropriate personnel or departments. Employees working in this position must maintain and protect Company confidential information and only distribute/discuss to those having a need to know.

• Operating telephone switchboard console and directing calls to appropriate personnel or departments.
• Greeting visitors, vendors, customers, and job applicants and ensuring they are escorted throughout the office per security protocol.
• Preparing delivery labels and packages for shipping.
• Format and manipulate various documents in Microsoft Word/Excel and Power Point.
• Maintains telephone contact lists, visitor check in/out and shipping records.
• May train new reception staff and/or relief switchboard operators.
• Orders and stocks office supplies.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Maintains security by following procedures, monitoring logbook, and issuing visitor badges.
• Possibly handling event coordination.
• Performs various clerical tasks.
• May also collect, compile and file data, or complete forms and documentation in support of administrative activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Associates Degree or High School Diploma plus two years relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to learn and apply new information and/or skills. Must be able to interpret data, information, and documents.
• Occasionally will need to lift/and or move up to 20 lbs.
• Moderate environment temperature and noise level.
• This is largely a sedentary role;
  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.