Receptionist & Switchboard

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in Sacramento seeks a courteous receptionist/administrative assistant to welcome visitors, manage the switchboard, and handle daily administrative tasks. You will coordinate meeting rooms, issue badges, and support staff across departments.

The role requires at least 2 years of switchboard experience and proficiency with MS Word and Excel. A high school diploma or GED is required. This position offers growth potential within a collaborative office environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of switchboard experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Experience as receptionist or admin assistant.

Responsibilities

• Open the reception desk at the start of the day and maintain a welcoming environment for all visitors and staff.
• Greet the public, distribute name badges to visitors and temporary employees, and issue facility access cards to employees.
• Efficiently handle incoming phone calls from across the United States, including transferring calls to the appropriate personnel.
• Schedule and coordinate meeting rooms, manage all logistical details, and order food and refreshments to ensure smooth and enhanced meeting experience.
• Perform light administrative duties, PC support, and additional tasks as needed (e.g., envelope labels, compiling manuals).
• Update company phone and speed dial lists in a timely manner.
• Issue company loaner cell phones.
• Participate enthusiastically in company and community service events.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Provide ongoing communication with staff to facilitate collaboration and address daily needs.
• Understand other work areas and assist Administration or any other team when required.

Skills

Switchboard experience

MS Word

MS Excel

Receptionist duties

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Open the reception desk at the start of the day and maintain a welcoming environment for all visitors and staff.
• Greet the public, distribute name badges to visitors and temporary employees, and issue facility access cards to employees.
• Efficiently handle incoming phone calls from across the United States, including transferring calls to the appropriate personnel.
• Schedule and coordinate meeting rooms, manage all logistical details, and order food and refreshments to ensure smooth and enhanced meeting experience.
• Perform light administrative duties, PC support, and additional tasks as needed (e.g., envelope labels, compiling manuals).
• Update company phone and speed dial lists in a timely manner.
• Issue company loaner cell phones.
• Participate enthusiastically in company and community service events.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Provide ongoing communication with staff to facilitate collaboration and address daily needs.
• Understand other work areas and assist Administration or any other team when required.

Skills

• 2+ years of prior switchboard experience (typically required).
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
• ReceptionistSwitchboardFron DeskAdmin AssistantOffice Clerk

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED required