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HOK Receptionist in St Louis, Missouri
We are currently seeking a Receptionist to join our team. As a Receptionist, you play a key role with our clients and internal team members and will be responsible for receiving and directing telephone calls, greeting guests, and maintaining the reception area. This is a full-time position, working 40 hours Monday-Friday in our downtown St. Louis office.
Receive and accurately direct incoming phone calls with energy and professionalism.
Greet and direct clients and other visitors in a courteous and timely manner.
Maintain the appearance and atmosphere of the lobby in a neat, professional and attractive manner at all times.
Assist staff with parking issues.
Direct couriers and deliveries.
Help to maintain continuing education credits as required.
Provide administrative support as directed which includes assisting w/expense reports and HR tasks.
Scheduling of conference rooms and office meetings.
Coordinate food service for meetings.
Assist office manager w/building management issues.
Support interior design team in scheduling lunch presentations and coordinating rep visits.
Learn and assist with meeting room technology.
Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.
Required Skills
Effective communication skills both oral and written.
Great interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff.
Welcoming, friendly, professional, reliable, dependable and prompt.
Expert multi-tasker and prioritizer with the ability to juggle multiple calls and guests at one time and make each feel their needs are being well handled.
Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
Strong customer service orientation.
Organized; maintains neat and tidy work area.
Experience in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience in switchboard/reception work.
Required Experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous switchboard/reception and clerical/related office experience preferred.
Experience in architecture or professional services firm a plus.
HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave.
HOK is a drug-free workplace. HOK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.
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