Entry Level HR Admin/Front Desk Receptionist

Central Southern Construction; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Southern Construction in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Entry-Level HR Administrative Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist. This role offers on‑the‑job training, with ~30 hours per week during the training period and a path to full‑time as training completes.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering phones, handling mail, assisting with onboarding and records, supporting timekeeping and scheduling interviews, and back‑office tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar).
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, clients, and vendors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer and direct phone calls.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail.
• Keep the front office clean and organized.
• Assist with new hire onboarding and paperwork.
• Help maintain employee files and records.
• Support timekeeping and basic administrative tasks.
• Assist with scheduling interviews and orientations.
• Order office supplies and keep inventory stocked.
• Assist with general office tasks and organization.
• Support management with day-to-day administrative needs.

Skills

Strong communication

People skills

Basic computer skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Willingness to learn

Confidential information handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview
We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join our team as an Entry-Level HR Administrative Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist. This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a career in human resources and office administration.

No extensive experience is required. We are willing to train the right person. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.

This position will start at approximately 30 hours per week during training, with the opportunity to move into a full-time role as training is completed.

Key Responsibilities

Front Desk Duties:

• Greet visitors, clients, and vendors in a friendly and professional manner
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail
• Keep the front office clean and organized

HR Support:

• Assist with new hire onboarding and paperwork
• Help maintain employee files and records
• Support timekeeping and basic administrative tasks
• Assist with scheduling interviews and orientations

Office Support:

• Order office supplies and keep inventory stocked
• Assist with general office tasks and organization
• Support management with day-to-day administrative needs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and people skills
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or similar)
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally

Compensation

• Starting pay is $17 to $19 per hour based on experience
• Opportunity for pay increase after 90 days based on performance

What We Offer

• On-the-job training
• Opportunity to grow into HR or office management roles
• Supportive team environment
• Stable position with potential for full-time hours