Receptionist

Talentify; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Metasys Technologies is seeking a Receptionist in Oakland, CA to provide administrative and front-desk support. Responsibilities include welcoming visitors, managing calls, coordinating meeting room setup, and ensuring a positive experience for employees and guests.

The role requires strong customer service, basic administrative skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. This onsite, 1-month position runs Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, vendors, and employees at the front desk.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls and inquiries.
• Issue visitor badges and manage access credentials.
• Set up and prepare meeting rooms as needed.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to the office.
• Coordinate office-related requests to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Administrative support

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Candidates who receive an offer will be required to successfully complete a background check and drug test as a condition of employment.

Job Title: Receptionist

Job Location: Oakland, CA (Onsite)

Job Duration: 1 Month (Possible extension)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Summary

As a Receptionist, you will provide administrative and front-desk support to the office. Responsibilities include welcoming visitors, managing incoming calls, coordinating meeting room setup, and ensuring a positive experience for employees, vendors, and guests.

Typical Workday

• Welcome and check in visitors
• Manage incoming calls and direct inquiries
• Issue visitor badges and credentials
• Prepare and organize meeting rooms
• Assist with administrative tasks and office requests
• Support employees, vendors, and guests throughout the day

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, vendors, and employees
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls
• Issue visitor badges and access credentials
• Set up and prepare meeting rooms
• Provide general administrative and clerical support
• Coordinate office-related requests
• Maintain a professional and welcoming front-desk environment
• Ensure a positive visitor and employee experience

Required Skills

• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Basic administrative and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word

Experience Requirements

• 1-2 years of receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience preferred
• Overall experience range: 0-2 years

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required

Team Environment

• Acts as the primary front-desk point of contact for visitors and employees
• Works closely with office staff to support daily operations

Interview Process

• One in-person interview round

Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.