Receptionist

Receptionist Missouri Western Federal Public Defender Kansas City, MO Job Details $41,400

• $51,283 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Computer literacy Full Job Description Job Details for Receptionist Court Name/Organization Missouri Western Federal Public Defender Location Kansas City , MO Opening and Closing Dates 06/04/2026
• Open Until Filled Appointment Type Permanent Salary $41,400
• $51,283 Position Description Who we are: We work to protect the rights of men and women charged with federal crimes, and to keep them out of prison.

Our clients are people who cannot afford private counsel. We take a holistic approach, designed to protect our clients' rights, and center their humanity at every stage of the criminal case. The Western Missouri FPD is a high-energy workplace that promotes diversity, collaboration, and fairness.

Who you are:

You have graduated from high school or have an equivalency certificate. You have good communication skills, demonstrate patience, and enjoy helping others. You deal with others in a mature and fair manner. You can deal with many different types of people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You are comfortable with computers and phones, and are willing to learn the programs and equipment we use in our office. What you'll do: The receptionist will be stationed in our Kansas City office. This is not a remote position. In general, the ideal candidate will demonstrate capability and qualifications in the following areas: Be the first to communicate with anyone by visiting or calling our office. Quickly and professionally determine what a caller needs, transfer the call to the appropriate person if needed. Receive and route incoming mail and deliveries Arrange for courier or express mail service. Oversee outgoing mail. Inventory, distribute or store items received. Organize the file room; ensure that files are properly stored. Retrieve files as requested. Ensure that adequate office supplies are on hand. Maintain records and inventories of office supplies. Operate the facsimile machine, copier, and other shared office equipment. Route incoming facsimile transmissions. Make deliveries to various court agencies and law firms. Other duties as assigned. Employee Benefits The starting salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the applicant within a range of $41,400 (JSP-5 Step 1) to $51,283 (JSP-7, Step 1) per annum based on the Judiciary Salary Plan. The position is in the excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of the competitive Civil Service. The position does offer federal government employee benefits, including health and life insurance programs, retirement, and the Thrift Savings Plan. Salary is payable only by Electronic Funds Transfer (direct deposit). The selected candidate will be subject to an FBI fingerprint check as a condition of employment. Application Info Please send your letter of interest, resume, and three professional references in a single pdf document to . Preference will be given to resumes received by May 26, 2026. No phone calls please. This position is subject to funding. The federal Judiciary is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.