Receptionist/Front desk

Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Receptionist/Front desk in Alexandria, Virginia. The successful candidate will provide essential services within our company, ensuring efficient and seamless operations for our team members and visitors. Responsibilities: Answer inbound calls and direct them to the appropriate personnel or department. Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains clean, organized, and welcoming for visitors. Perform administrative duties such as filing, typing, and handling mail. Maintain an organized logging system for visitors and incoming calls. Assist with scheduling meetings and managing calendars for team members as necessary. Provide exceptional customer service, addressing visitor inquiries and providing information as needed. Ensure all receptionist duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner. Coordinate with other departments to ensure consistency and high-quality service. Requirements Proficient in answering inbound calls and managing a multi-line telephone system. Experienced in performing various receptionist duties including greeting guests, directing them to the appropriate department or personnel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with visitors, staff, and clients. Ability to handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and handling correspondence. Strong organizational skills to ensure smooth operations at the front desk. Proficiency in using office equipment like printers, fax machines, and photocopiers. Good knowledge of office software such as Microsoft Office Suite for data entry and report generation. Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy in tasks like message taking and record keeping. A high school diploma or equivalent educational qualification is 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. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.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.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .