Receptionist - C

Bexar County; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County is seeking a Receptionist - C to warmly greet visitors, answer calls, route messages, and provide general information to the public. The role involves clerical tasks, mail handling, and data entry, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.

Under direct supervision, duties include maintaining logs, distributing mail, and operating office equipment. Flexibility for weekend work or overtime may be required, with a pay rate in the stated range.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Strong grammar, spelling and punctuation skills.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors and answer the phone.
• Route calls and deliver messages.
• Respond to general questions from the public or employees.
• Receive, open and distribute mail.
• Maintain sign-in log and issue visitor passes.
• Perform general clerical duties and data entry.
• Utilize office software to manage information.

Skills

Communication skills

Grammar & spelling

Typing

Reading

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PC and software proficiency

Office equipment operation

Typewriter

Job description

Job Title

Receptionist - C

Pay Rate

Min to Mid Range $17.55 - $20.18

Time Type

Full time

Summary

Under direct supervision, is responsible for receiving visitors; provides information and directions to the public.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets and directs all office visitors and answers the phone
• routes calls to employees and/or takes and delivers messages
• Responds to general questions or complaints from the public, customers or employees
• Receives, opens and distributes all incoming mail
• Maintains and monitors sign-in log
• issues and monitors visitor passes
• Performs general clerical duties, including the operation of office machines and computer software
• enters and retrieves data utilizing computer software
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate
• Knowledge of and skill in applying rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Skill in completing tasks effectively and efficiently
• skill in operating a personal computer and typewriter
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy
• ability to operate basic office equipment
• ability to read
• ability to follow directions
• ability to effectively respond to customer inquiries and complaints
• ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside agencies and the public
• Must have valid driver's license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• May be required to work weekends
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands

• Constantly working in indoor conditions
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 15 pounds
• Occasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Employee Benefits and Equal Opportunity

Working With Bexar County Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee's spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance. Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Are you looking to join a team that values respect, integrity, teamwork, accountability, and excellence? Become one of our 5,000+ public servants committed to building a better community through quality services. With nearly 5,000 employees from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, Bexar County offers a wide range of opportunities. Our 18 locations and campuses throughout the county jurisdiction are testament to our expansive reach. As public servants, Bexar County employees are dedicated to enhancing our community through exceptional service. Join us and become part of an organization that values accountability, professionalism, and innovation, all while striving for excellence in service. At Bexar County, we are committed to fostering a positive work environment that emphasizes reciprocity, professional growth, and a healthy work/life balance. This mutual commitment is evident in the strong bonds we maintain with our employees, even into their retirement.