We are looking for an experienced and dependable Receptionist to support daily front desk operations for a Contract position in New York. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and helps create a welcoming office environment. The ideal candidate will balance guest services, communication support, scheduling coordination, and administrative assistance while maintaining strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Welcome guests and provide a courteous, welcoming experience from arrival through departure. • Manage visitor check-in procedures, issue badges, and alert staff members when their guests arrive. • Keep the front desk and reception area organized, clean, and ready for visitors throughout the day. • Respond to general questions and guide visitors, callers, and vendors to the appropriate contacts or departments. • Handle incoming messages, mail, and packages efficiently, maintaining accurate tracking records as needed. • Coordinate meeting room bookings, appointments, and related scheduling needs for internal teams. • Support the setup of conference calls and virtual meetings and communicate schedule details to attendees. • Provide administrative assistance such as data entry and other routine office support tasks. • Assist with office coordination activities that help ensure smooth day-to-day reception and administrative operations.

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, or administrative support role. • Strong verbal and written communication skills with a detail-oriented and approachable demeanor. • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness. • Proficiency with basic office software, email, and scheduling tools. • Comfortable handling visitor interactions, phone communication, and general office coordination. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a busy workplace. • Experience working in construction, real estate, or property-related environments is a plus.

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Plainview, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
20 - 21 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced and dependable Receptionist to support daily front desk operations for a Contract position in New York. This role serves as the first point of contact for visitors and helps create a welcoming office environment. The ideal candidate will balance guest services, communication support, scheduling coordination, and administrative assistance while maintaining strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Welcome guests and provide a courteous, welcoming experience from arrival through departure. • Manage visitor check-in procedures, issue badges, and alert staff members when their guests arrive. • Keep the front desk and reception area organized, clean, and ready for visitors throughout the day. • Respond to general questions and guide visitors, callers, and vendors to the appropriate contacts or departments. • Handle incoming messages, mail, and packages efficiently, maintaining accurate tracking records as needed. • Coordinate meeting room bookings, appointments, and related scheduling needs for internal teams. • Support the setup of conference calls and virtual meetings and communicate schedule details to attendees. • Provide administrative assistance such as data entry and other routine office support tasks. • Assist with office coordination activities that help ensure smooth day-to-day reception and administrative operations.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z