Receptionist PositionMain Job Tasks and Responsibilities Fast-paced firm needs a full time 9am to 5pm receptionist to:answer telephone, screen and direct callstake and relay messagesprovide information to callersgreet persons entering organizationdirect persons to correct destinationdeal with queries from the public and customersensure knowledge of staff movements in and out of organizationmonitor visitor access and maintain security awarenessprovide general administrative and clerical supportprepare correspondence and documentsreceive and sort mail and deliveriesschedule appointmentsmaintain appointment diary either manually or electronicallyorganize conference and meeting room bookingsco-ordinate meetings and organize cateringmonitor and maintain office equipmentcontrol inventory relevant to reception areatidy and maintain the reception areaEducation and Experiencehigh school diploma generally requiredknowledge of administrative and clerical proceduresknowledge of computers and relevant software applicationknowledge of customer service principles and practiceskeyboard skillsability to work a switchboardKey Competenciesverbal and written communication skillsprofessional personal presentationcustomer service orientationinformation managementorganizing and planningattention to detailinitiativereliabilitystress tolerance