Public Service Front Desk Receptionist — In-Office

State of Illinois; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) in Illinois is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to greet visitors, answer and route calls, and provide entry-level administrative support across divisions. You will handle mail, assist with FOIA requests, and help disseminate weather alerts as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma and one year of related office experience, with a friendly, professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related office experience.
• Ability to keyboard accurately at 35 wpm.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and staff at the front desk and manage front-desk operations.
• Draft and format materials for agency divisions and route as needed.
• Handle incoming OSFM mail and route to appropriate divisions.
• Assist Legal Division with FOIA requests.
• Monitor weather radio and disseminate alerts per agency guidelines.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Office experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Document management system

Job description

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) in Illinois is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to greet visitors, answer and route calls, and provide entry-level administrative support across divisions. You will handle mail, assist with FOIA requests, and help disseminate weather alerts as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma and one year of related office experience, with a friendly, professional demeanor.