Description

We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a meticulous and organized Receptionist to join our client in the Construction/Contractor industry located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing front desk operations, handling correspondence, and maintaining an organized and efficient workspace.

Responsibilities:

• Managing front desk operations, including greeting guests, answering phones, and directing calls to appropriate personnel

• Handling incoming and outgoing mail, including receiving packages and preparing shipments

• Maintaining an inventory of office supplies and placing orders when necessary

• Scheduling appointments and updating calendars

• Assisting with data entry tasks and maintaining organized files

• Utilizing Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word to perform various administrative tasks

• Distributing incoming mail to the appropriate departments or individuals

• Utilizing strong interpersonal skills to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders

• Maintaining a professional and clean front office area to ensure a positive first impression for visitors

• Utilizing a multi-line phone system to manage incoming calls efficiently

Requirements

• Proficient in answering multi-line phone systems

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Ability to perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently

• Experience in handling email correspondence

• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word

• Experience in organizing files and maintaining records

• Ability to schedule appointments and manage calendars

• Capable of distributing incoming mail to the appropriate recipients

• Familiarity with the construction/contractor industry is a plus

• Previous experience as a receptionist or in a similar role preferred

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. Apply today!

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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