Front Desk & Visitor Services Specialist (Temp to Perm)

City of Desert Hot Springs; Desert Hot Springs (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Desert Hot Springs is seeking a Receptionist to greet visitors, answer phones, provide information on programs, registrations, and payments, and assist staff. This temporary role may transition to permanent depending on performance.

Responsibilities include signing in visitors, maintaining supplies, and ensuring safety procedures. Requires a high school diploma and customer service experience; CPR/First Aid and CA driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and three years customer service experience.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and assist with inquiries in person and over the phone.
• Provide information on programs, registrations, facility use, and payments.
• Sign in/out visitors and ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Maintain inventory of office supplies and equipment; assist with reordering.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Handle calls, messages, and transfer to appropriate staff.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Strong communication

Telephone skills

Basic math

Microsoft Office

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Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Job description

The City of Desert Hot Springs is seeking a Receptionist to greet visitors, answer phones, provide information on programs, registrations, and payments, and assist staff. This temporary role may transition to permanent depending on performance.

Responsibilities include signing in visitors, maintaining supplies, and ensuring safety procedures. Requires a high school diploma and customer service experience; CPR/First Aid and CA driver’s license are required.