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Receptionist/ Front Desk
We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist/Front Desk team member to support administrative and outreach activities for a contract position based in Poway, California. This role serves as a welcoming first point of contact while also assisting with event coordination, communication, and record management. The ideal candidate is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working with community partners, internal teams, and program participants in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome visitors, answer incoming calls, and provide front desk assistance while ensuring a welcoming and helpful experience for guests, staff, and external partners.<br>• Support outreach and recruitment efforts by helping organize orientations, job fairs, presentations, and other onsite or community-based events.<br>• Prepare and distribute promotional and informational materials, including flyers, mailings, advertisements, and related documentation for target audiences.<br>• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, community organizations, career centers, and public agencies to expand awareness of training opportunities.<br>• Coordinate tours of the training facility for individuals and groups interested in learning more about available programs.<br>• Maintain accurate files and records by organizing documents, creating new folders for participants and instructors, and preparing materials for audit review.<br>• Assist workforce development leadership and staff with special assignments, administrative tasks, and day-to-day program support as needed.<br>• Partner with marketing contacts to help develop social media and outreach content that strengthens visibility across recruitment channels.<br>• Contribute to outreach initiatives that highlight modern construction technology and promote innovative training pathways to prospective applicants.
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, administrative, or coordinator role.<br>• Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate professionally by phone, email, and in person.<br>• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.<br>• Ability to manage scheduling, appointments, data entry, and multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.<br>• Comfortable handling inbound and outbound calls while maintaining accurate and timely communication.<br>• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain confidential files and documentation.<br>• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including students, community partners, employers, and internal staff.
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  • Poway, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 21.375 - 24.75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist/Front Desk team member to support administrative and outreach activities for a contract position based in Poway, California. This role serves as a welcoming first point of contact while also assisting with event coordination, communication, and record management. The ideal candidate is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable working with community partners, internal teams, and program participants in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome visitors, answer incoming calls, and provide front desk assistance while ensuring a welcoming and helpful experience for guests, staff, and external partners.<br>• Support outreach and recruitment efforts by helping organize orientations, job fairs, presentations, and other onsite or community-based events.<br>• Prepare and distribute promotional and informational materials, including flyers, mailings, advertisements, and related documentation for target audiences.<br>• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with schools, community organizations, career centers, and public agencies to expand awareness of training opportunities.<br>• Coordinate tours of the training facility for individuals and groups interested in learning more about available programs.<br>• Maintain accurate files and records by organizing documents, creating new folders for participants and instructors, and preparing materials for audit review.<br>• Assist workforce development leadership and staff with special assignments, administrative tasks, and day-to-day program support as needed.<br>• Partner with marketing contacts to help develop social media and outreach content that strengthens visibility across recruitment channels.<br>• Contribute to outreach initiatives that highlight modern construction technology and promote innovative training pathways to prospective applicants.
  • 2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

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