First Impression Specialist (Front Desk Receptionist)

Scion Staffing; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly compensation

Temporary-to-hire opportunity

Monday-Friday daytime schedule

Inclusive nonprofit culture

Job summary

Scion Nonprofit Staffing in Cherry Hill, NJ is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for visitors and staff. The role supports daily administrative tasks, greets guests, and ensures a welcoming, professional reception area.

The position is full-time, onsite, temporary-to-hire with a consistent 40-hour schedule. Ideal candidates are personable, dependable, and detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in receptionist/front desk/administrative role.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage sign-ins.
• Handle incoming calls and relay messages accurately.
• Maintain logs, directories, and basic data entry.
• Receive and distribute mail and deliveries.
• Prepare conference rooms and coordinate visitor parking signage.
• Keep reception and meeting areas clean and organized.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Front Desk Receptionist for a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive, supportive community. This is a full-time, temporary-to-hire, onsite opportunity located in Cherry Hill, NJ, with an immediate need!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Front Desk Receptionist will serve as the welcoming first point of contact for visitors, employees, and community members while supporting daily administrative and office operations. This individual will be responsible for greeting guests, managing incoming calls, coordinating mail and deliveries, and ensuring the reception area remains organized and professional. The ideal candidate is personable, dependable, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating a positive experience for everyone who enters the organization.

PERKS:

• Competitive hourly compensation of $16.00/hour, with a consistent, full-time schedule.
• Temporary-to-hire opportunity offering the potential for long-term employment and career stability.
• Enjoy a Monday-Friday daytime schedule, supporting a healthy work-life balance with evenings and weekends free.
• Join a welcoming, mission-driven nonprofit organization committed to inclusivity, accessibility, and meaningful community impact.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the first point of contact by warmly greeting visitors, coordinating guest sign-ins, notifying appropriate staff members, and providing helpful assistance.
• Manage incoming telephone calls through a switchboard system, transfer calls to appropriate departments, and accurately communicate messages.
• Maintain visitor logs, call records, departmental directories, and other administrative documentation while performing basic data entry.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and deliveries to appropriate team members.
• Prepare conference rooms for meetings, coordinate guest welcome monitor information, and arrange visitor and VIP parking signage.
• Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming reception and conference room areas while providing general administrative support as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, administrative assistant, or similar customer-facing office role.
• Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a warm, professional, and welcoming demeanor.
• Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, dependable attendance, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a busy office environment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, manage telephone calls professionally, and lift packages weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This position offers $16.00 per hour, with an anticipated full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity, providing the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and organizational needs.