Receptionist

Persons Services Corporation; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with match

Paid time off

9 holidays annually

Job summary

Persons Services Corporation in Mobile, AL is seeking a professional Receptionist to be the first point of contact, support office operations, and assist multiple departments with administrative tasks. You will maintain a welcoming front desk, manage a multi-line phone system, process mail, and coordinate meeting spaces with attention to detail.

The ideal candidate has prior reception or customer service experience, excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Reception or customer service experience in a professional environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional phone manner with clear articulation and positive tone.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with office equipment and modern phone systems.
• Ability to multi-task effectively while maintaining accuracy.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling information.
• Embodies core values and professional representation of the company.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and create a positive first impression.
• Manage multi-line phone system and direct calls professionally.
• Process incoming/outgoing mail and packages with care.
• Maintain front office appearance and a professional environment.
• Coordinate meeting room schedules and prepare spaces.
• Support various departments with administrative tasks.
• Organize and maintain office supplies inventory.
• Facilitate communication between departments and external contacts.
• Support a culture of safety and exemplify core values.
• Provide administrative backup for team members as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Organization

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Professional communication

Discretion

Team support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Phone systems

Job description

Build Legacy. Lead with Integrity. Grow with Purpose.

We are currently seeking a professional and detail-oriented Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for our organization. This is an opportunity for an organized, people-focused professional to create positive first impressions, maintain efficient office operations, and support our team's success while representing Persons Services with distinction.

Persons Services is a dynamic and rapidly expanding construction firm, proudly operating across the United States and the Caribbean. Our award-winning team is consistently recognized for excellence, including ENR Top Contractor rankings, multiple consecutive years on the INC 5000 list, and numerous industry accolades.

At Persons Services, we believe in hiring "A Players" who lead with integrity and align with our Core Values. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and welcome visitors, creating a positive first impression of our company
• Manage multi-line phone system, directing calls professionally and efficiently
• Process incoming and outgoing mail and packages with meticulous attention to detail
• Maintain front office appearance and professional environment
• Coordinate meeting room schedules and prepare spaces for visitors
• Assist various departments with administrative tasks and special projects
• Organize and maintain office supplies inventory
• Facilitate effective communication between departments and external contacts
• Support a culture of safety and exemplify our core values in all interactions
• Provide administrative backup for other team members as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous reception or customer service experience in a professional environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Professional phone manner with clear articulation and positive tone
• Strong organizational abilities with keen attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with office equipment and modern phone systems
• Ability to multi-task effectively while maintaining accuracy
• Self-motivated professional who takes initiative and anticipates needsCommitment to confidentiality and professional discretion
• Someone who embodies our Core Values and represents our company with distinction

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance policy and short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Paid time off (2 weeks per year), accrued weekly after employment begins
• 9 paid holidays annually
• A culture that values character, purpose, and innovation
• A place on a team that's shaping the future of construction

Our Core Values

We show GRIT in our unwavering determination to get the job done with GRATITUDE driving us. We strive for PROFOUND AUTHENTICITY to uphold core values and foster meaningful connections. We practice TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATION as the foundation of our relationships. We stay EXCITED AND CURIOUS to seek better solutions. We work as ONE TEAM with our partners to execute, aiming to create RAVING FANS.

If you're a detail-oriented, people-focused professional ready to make your mark with a fast-growing industry leader—we want to hear from you.