Front Desk Administrative Assistant
The Front Desk Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative, clerical, and receptionist support to Bell and Department Managers. This role is integral to projecting a professional company image, managing daily office operations, and creating a welcoming, efficient environment for staff and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the first point of contact for our office, efficiently managing phone calls and directing them to appropriate staff members, while handling general inquiries with ease.
- Welcome and verify visitors, ensuring a seamless entry process by being attentive to scheduled guests and daily events.
- Greet clients and visitors warmly, facilitating the use of our iPad visitor login system.
- Utilize Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) to create and modify documents, contributing to the smooth operation of our office.
- Execute general clerical tasks, including photocopying, mailing, and filing, maintaining both digital and physical records with meticulous care.
- Responsible for the receipt and distribution of parcels from couriers like UPS, FedEx, and others.
- Prepare small packages for shipment, including proper packing, labeling, and documentation to ensure efficient delivery and compliance with shipping regulations.
- Coordinate meetings and conference room schedules via Outlook Calendar, demonstrating strong organizational skills.
- Assist in the preparation and clean-up of conference rooms, ensuring a professional environment for meetings.
- Support various departments with project-based work, especially during critical times like board meeting preparations or special events.
- Oversee office supply inventory, placing orders as needed to ensure the office is well-stocked and functional.
- Maintain kitchen and breakroom areas, ensuring supplies are stocked and spaces are organized and clean.
- Plan and coordinate yearly and monthly company-wide events, including managing food catering and organizing lunches for various events and departments, ensuring each event is memorable and runs smoothly.
- Act as a liaison for resolving issues related to printers and copiers with external vendors.
- Take on additional duties and projects as needed, showing flexibility and a commitment to the company’s needs.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with an emphasis on professional and courteous interaction.
- Outstanding customer service orientation, ready to exceed expectations.
- Meticulous attention to detail and superb organizational capabilities.
- A proactive approach to work, with the ability to self-motivate and prioritize tasks effectively under pressure.
- Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiar with standard telephone protocols.
- Adaptability to swiftly changing policies and procedures, maintaining efficiency.
RequiredEducation and Experience:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- 0-1 years of clerical experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Associate degree or bachelor’s degree.
- 1-3 years of administrative experience.