Receptionist, Child Development Center

The Receptionist for the Thompson Child Development Center will ensure a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for all guests, visitors, and clients. The role encompasses various responsibilities, including front office duties, data entry, communication, and providing information to the public. The Receptionist will work independently and coordinate responsibilities with others when needed.

What You Will Do

The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Receptionist include performing front office duties, maintaining the comfort of the lobby/waiting area, ordering office supplies, and assisting staff with clerical duties. The Receptionist will also provide information and assistance to the public, communicate effectively with individuals, and handle situations calmly and efficiently.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for providing a friendly and warm atmosphere to others, enjoy making an impact on those they come into contact with, and value excellence, innovation, commitment, caring, and integrity. The candidate should be able to interact calmly and tactfully with the public and internal customers, have a clear speaking voice, and fluency in the English language.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of administrative experience
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to interact calmly and tactfully with the public and internal customers
• Clear speaking voice and fluency in the English language
• Knowledge of Spanish language (helpful)
• Ability to work independently and coordinate responsibilities with others when needed

Benefits

• Starting pay range: $14-$16 hourly
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Life insurance options
• 401K Match
• Education Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
• Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
• Paid time off for volunteering in the community
• Free EAP services
• iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
• Multiple opportunities for growth