Receptionist
We are looking for a welcoming and organized Receptionist to support daily front desk operations in Providence, Rhode Island. This Contract to Permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, managing multiple priorities, and keeping office communications running smoothly. The person in this role will serve as a central point of contact for visitors, calls, and administrative coordination while contributing to a collaborative team environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, and direct questions or requests to the appropriate team members in a timely manner.<br>• Manage front desk activities by monitoring communications, handling general inquiries, and maintaining a well-organized office presence throughout the day.<br>• Provide backup support for mailroom tasks, including preparing and coordinating FedEx shipments and assisting with incoming and outgoing deliveries.<br>• Use Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Teams to support scheduling, communication, and routine administrative work.<br>• Help coordinate workplace gatherings, meetings, and special events in partnership with internal teams and organizational contacts.<br>• Maintain an approachable and service-oriented attitude while assisting with a wide range of office needs as they arise.<br>• Support shared administrative duties and contribute wherever needed to keep day-to-day operations organized and efficient.
• Prior experience in a receptionist, front desk, or customer-facing administrative role.<br>• Ability to manage a multi-line phone system and handle inbound calls with accuracy.<br>• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort learning office technology tools.<br>• Experience using Microsoft Teams or similar communication platforms.<br>• Familiarity with department mail handling, shipping coordination, or related administrative support tasks.<br>• Strong interpersonal skills with a friendly, detail oriented, and team-oriented approach.<br>• Ability to stay organized, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced office setting.
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- Providence, RI
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
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20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a welcoming and organized Receptionist to support daily front desk operations in Providence, Rhode Island. This Contract to Permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a positive first impression, managing multiple priorities, and keeping office communications running smoothly. The person in this role will serve as a central point of contact for visitors, calls, and administrative coordination while contributing to a collaborative team environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors, answer incoming calls, and direct questions or requests to the appropriate team members in a timely manner.<br>• Manage front desk activities by monitoring communications, handling general inquiries, and maintaining a well-organized office presence throughout the day.<br>• Provide backup support for mailroom tasks, including preparing and coordinating FedEx shipments and assisting with incoming and outgoing deliveries.<br>• Use Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Teams to support scheduling, communication, and routine administrative work.<br>• Help coordinate workplace gatherings, meetings, and special events in partnership with internal teams and organizational contacts.<br>• Maintain an approachable and service-oriented attitude while assisting with a wide range of office needs as they arise.<br>• Support shared administrative duties and contribute wherever needed to keep day-to-day operations organized and efficient.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z