Receptionist Position Available In Durham, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: The Receptionist role at LCI in Durham, NC involves answering calls, managing mail, and providing administrative support for Human Resources. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, office experience, and excellent customer service skills. This full-time position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a purpose-driven company.
Job Description
Receptionist
Job Category:
Human Resources
Requisition Number:
RECEP004684
Details May 9, 2025
Full-Time
Locations
Showing 1 location
Durham
Durham, NC, USA
Job Details
Description
ABOUT LCI
The mission of LCI is to provide meaningful employment for the blind and visually impaired. We accomplish this in four ways:
EMPLOY:
We are one of the largest employers of people who are blind, creating meaningful careers and lasting skills that transform their lives.
BUILD:
We create over 2,000 products and distribute thousands more through manufacturing, retail, nationwide distribution, and e-commerce channels.
SERVE:
Many of our products are sold directly to the federal government. We were pioneers of “base supply centers,” stores on military bases that employ the blind and visually impaired and provide mission-critical supplies to our nation’s military.
SUPPORT:
We want to end blindness forever. To that end, we engage in philanthropic efforts for research into blindness and treatment for the visually impaired.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Receptionist receives telephone calls and assists with placement of calls. Receives visitors, answers general questions and directs individual to the appropriate person. May perform miscellaneous duties. Processes all incoming mail. Administrative support for Human Resources. Assists other departments when available and requested.
LOCATION AND SCHEDULE
Durham, NC
Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 4 PM
KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Answering multi-line telephone and transferring to correct department or person.
Answers the customer service lines.
Taking messages for employees.
Opening mail, sorting and placing in the right departments.
Stamping mail and sending it out. Includes packages that may go in and out through FedEx.
Making labels for items to be shipped out; entering data into computer.
Receiving/sending and calling for pick-up – items for both FedEx and UPS.
Giving out directions to truck drivers.
Main contact for vending machine operators.
Responsible for stamp machine.
Responsible for mailroom area, cleanliness and supplies.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED, and two years of office experience preferred.
Reception/general office experience; excellent customer service skills
Computer Skills, MS Office products.
Possess excellent organization and communication skills. Familiarity with office equipment, including, copier, fax, and phone console.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently.
Why LCI?
Purpose-driven company driven by principles, not profit
Reach your highest potential: upward mobility, rewarded through hard work
Competitive salary and compensation
Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
401(k) with match and Surplus-Sharing Plans
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Ten paid holidays annually
Paid Time Off (PTO)
On-site Health and Wellness program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
