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Robert Half
Receptionist
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What they do
A Receptionist greets and directs customers or visitors that come in to an office or business, and answers and directs incoming phone calls. Deals with mail or courier services. May schedule appointments or meeting rooms, gather patient information, or assist with filing or other administrative support work.
$40,998 / year median in California
+4% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to support daily front-desk operations for an aerospace organization in El Segundo, California. This is a Contract position designed to provide dependable onsite coverage while the team completes its permanent hiring process. The ideal candidate will create a welcoming office environment, manage administrative tasks with accuracy, and help keep day-to-day activities organized and running smoothly.
Responsibilities:
- Welcome visitors, employees, and vendors in a courteous manner while maintaining an experienced and detail-oriented front-desk presence.
- Answer and direct incoming calls, take accurate messages, and respond to routine inquiries in a timely way.
- Coordinate reception area activities by managing schedules, tracking appointments, and helping the office stay organized throughout the day.
- Perform administrative support duties such as scanning documents, filing records, and handling general clerical requests from internal teams.
- Monitor office timelines and assist with prioritizing tasks to ensure daily deadlines and coverage needs are met.
- Support project-related administrative work by organizing materials, maintaining documentation, and assisting with scheduling needs tied to active initiatives.
- Help facilitate communication between departments and visitors to ensure information is routed correctly and efficiently.
- Maintain orderly common areas and front-office resources so the workplace remains presentable and functional at all times.