Receptionist

Receptionist

Salary $41,600.00 per year

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.

Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants who meet the above requirements AND have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university are preferred.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Office Manager, the Receptionist performs telephone answering duties and greets Law Department guests. In addition to the reception duties, the Receptionist will also perform some secretarial duties and data entry.

Overview

Duties

Answers the telephone and responds to inquiries, or directs the caller to appropriate staff.

Greets Law Department guests.

Opens mail and performs data entry for the Law Department Mail Logging system.

Performs general secretarial duties, including word processing and filing.

Enters data into Law Department systems including HighQ, OnBase, and JD Edwards as necessary.

Performs other duties as required by the Office Manager.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

Standard office practices and procedures, including filing, record keeping, proofreading, etc.

Basic PC operations

Skill in

Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to

Operate standard office equipment including a personal computer, copier, fax machine, etc.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing

Work well with supervisors, co-workers, and guests

Maintain confidentiality