Part-Time Receptionist

Baker Robertson & O'Brien LLP - Attorneys; Dripping Springs (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Baker Robertson & O'Brien LLP in Dripping Springs, TX seeks a part-time front desk receptionist/office assistant to greet clients, answer calls, schedule, and support administrative tasks.

The role requires a High School Diploma, experience in admin or customer service, proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Acrobat, and notary public in Texas (or willingness to become one). 10-15 hrs/week, $20-$25/hr, core 8:00–17:00, some holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Administrative or customer service experience required.
• Preferred Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or equivalent work experience demonstrating office expertise and customer service experience.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Answering incoming calls, setting appointments, greeting clients and visitors, and other in-office responsibilities as needed.
• Oversees daily office, mailing, and administrative operations.
• Coordinates with Office Administrator, Paralegals, and Legal Assistant on administrative tasks.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk and lobby.
• Perform basic clerical duties such as filing, scanning, or data entry.
• Communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and office staff to relay messages.
• Ensure all client and case information remains confidential.
• Punctuality and reliability in a front-facing role.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Professional interaction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Company Description Baker Robertson & O'Brien LLP is a Dripping Springs, Texas law firm with more than 150 years of combined experience across real estate law, corporate and banking matters, civil litigation and appeals, probate and estate planning, municipal law, and mediation. The firm’s attorneys include former trial judges, judicial and appellate law clerks, and city attorneys, bringing a broad perspective to client representation. This collective background supports strategic, cost-effective solutions both inside and outside the courtroom. The firm regularly serves landowners, developers, banks, contractors, municipalities, executors, and business owners in matters such as real estate development, commercial loans, land use, probate proceedings, and civil litigation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Answering incoming calls, setting appointments, greeting clients and visitors, and other in-office responsibilities as needed.
• Oversees daily office, mailing, and administrative operations.
• Coordinates with Office Administrator, Paralegals, and Legal Assistant on administrative tasks.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the front desk and lobby.
• Perform basic clerical duties such as filing, scanning, or data entry.
• Communicate with attorneys, paralegals, and office staff to relay messages.
• Ensure all client and case information remains confidential.
• Punctuality and reliability in a front-facing role.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Administrative or customer service experience required.
• Preferred Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or equivalent work experience demonstrating office expertise and customer service experience.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and shift priorities quickly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring professional and client-friendly interactions.
• Notary Public in the State of Texas (or willingness and ability to become one).
• Ability to lift client files (up to 30 lbs.), handle/organize client files, scan/copy documents, and perform computerized tasks.

Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions if needed.

During the course of performance of the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to communicate verbally and in writing and move within the office.

Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential to this position.

Position has access to confidential client information. Offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include criminal history, education verification, employment history, and/or motor vehicle records, in accordance with applicable federal and Texas state laws.

Work Hours and Pay

This is a part-time, regular position with a pay scale of $20-$25 per hour dependent on qualifications. Hours will be between 10-15 hours a week based on the needs of the Firm. Core work hours will be set between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (but not between 12p to 1p when the office is closed), Monday through Friday, except Hays County holidays. This is a non-exempt position. Non-traditional work hours may be required on firm needs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to perform the essential functions if needed.

1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside an office setting.

2. The noise level in the office work environment is usually mild.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Firm’s employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, handicap, or marital status. Discrimination or harassment against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, discipline, or any other aspect of personnel administration because of political or religious opinions or affiliations, membership or non-membership in employee organizations, or because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, or marital status is prohibited. If you would like to arrange for accommodations, we encourage you to contact Laura Mueller at 512-894-0890.

Please note: This Job Description is not a contract and shall not be construed to alter an employee’s at-will relationship. The terms and conditions of any employee’s position with the Firm may be altered by the Firm at any time. To the extent reasonably possible, this Job Description, the Personnel Manual, and the employee’s Offer Letter shall be read together in harmony. If there are conflicts between this Job Description, the Personnel Manual, and the employee’s Offer Letter, the most specific term or condition of employment shall govern.